Payroll & Leadership Support Administrator | Dynamic School Admin

Swanshurst School; Wake Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership of Local Government Pension

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

Swanshurst School in Birmingham is seeking a highly organised Administrator (Payroll & Leadership Support) to join the support staff team. You will manage payroll processes and provide high-quality administrative support to Associate Headteachers and the Senior Leadership Team.

The role requires excellent IT skills, confidentiality and a proactive approach to coordinating meetings, documentation and day-to-day records while promoting safeguarding and welfare of students.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Experience of working in an administrative role within a busy office environment.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Ability to work independently whilst recognising when to seek advice and guidance.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Essential that fluent spoken English is maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide payroll administration support and accurate record-keeping.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support to Associate Headteachers and the Senior Leadership Team.
• Arrange meetings, prepare documentation and manage correspondence.
• Maintain records and support for meetings and efficient office operations.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Independent working

Safeguarding

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Safeguarding commitment

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Swanshurst School in Birmingham is seeking a highly organised Administrator (Payroll & Leadership Support) to join the support staff team. You will manage payroll processes and provide high-quality administrative support to Associate Headteachers and the Senior Leadership Team.

The role requires excellent IT skills, confidentiality and a proactive approach to coordinating meetings, documentation and day-to-day records while promoting safeguarding and welfare of students.