Primary School Administrator

Philosophy Education LTD.; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Philosophy Education LTD. is seeking a School Administrator to join a Lewisham primary school on a part-time basis.

The role involves front-office support, accurate record-keeping and working closely with the School Business Manager, Headteacher and wider school team. Arbor experience and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of school office experience.
• Experience using school information management systems.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and clerical support to the school.
• Manage school reception and act as first point of contact.
• Answer and direct telephone calls and enquiries.
• Welcome visitors, parents, pupils and staff.
• Maintain accurate pupil and staff records.
• Produce letters, correspondence and school documentation.
• Support data management and reports as required.
• Assist the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Arbor

Job description

Job Title: Primary School Administrator

Location:Lewisham
Contract:5 days a week - Part-Time – Monday to Friday
Hours:Monday 09:00-14:00 / Tuesday 09:00-17:00 / Wed 09:00 - 13:30 / Thursday 09:00 - 13:30 / Friday 09:00 - 13:00
Start Date:ASAP
Duration:Long Term Sickness
Experience: Minimum 1 year of school office experience
DBS: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service required

About the Role

We are currently seeking aSchool Administratorto work in a primary school and Lewisham.

Must have Arbor experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school administrator looking for a new role within a supportive school environment. You will provide effective administrative and front-office support, working closely with the School Business Manager, Headteacher and wider school team to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

We are looking for organised, reliable and professional administrators who understand the demands of working within a busy school environment and can confidently manage a range of administrative responsibilities.

Please note: We can only accept applications from candidates with a minimum of 1 year’s experience working within a school office and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Key Responsibilities

As a School Administrator, your duties may include:

• Providing general administrative and clerical support to the school
• Managing the school reception and acting as a welcoming first point of contact
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls and enquiries
• Welcoming visitors, parents, pupils and staff
• Managing access to the school and monitoring visitors
• Processing payments and handling basic financial administration
• Maintaining accurate pupil, staff and school records
• Updating and managing school databases and administrative systems
• Supporting data management and producing reports where required
• Managing room bookings and school calendars
• Preparing letters, correspondence and other school documentation
• Supporting attendance and other routine school administrationAssisting the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks
• Monitoring and following school policies, procedures and administrative systems
• Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately
• Undertaking other reasonable administrative duties as delegated by the Headteacher or School Business Manager

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• At least 1 year’s experience working in a school office
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A professional and approachable manner
• The ability to work confidently with staff, pupils, parents and visitors
• Good IT and administrative skills
• Experience using school information management systems
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a busy school environment
• A strong understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding within a school setting
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service