Primary School Office Coordinator

Marchant Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a friendly Primary School in Ipswich to recruit a School Administrator for the busy school office. You will manage correspondence, maintain pupil records and act as the main point of contact for families and visitors.

The role is full-time and permanent with salary paid to scale. The successful candidate will support pupils, parents, staff and school events while maintaining confidentiality and high standards of organisation.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience using databases or school information systems is desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Good time management and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Act as a welcoming first point of contact for parents and visitors.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to emails in a professional manner.
• Deal with general enquiries and direct to appropriate staff when needed.
• Maintain accurate pupil records and update databases and systems.
• Support attendance, admissions, trips and event organisation as required.
• Communicate with parents and carers and support teachers and senior leaders.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office

Databases familiarity

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a friendly Primary School in Ipswich to recruit a School Administrator for the busy school office. You will manage correspondence, maintain pupil records and act as the main point of contact for families and visitors.

The role is full-time and permanent with salary paid to scale. The successful candidate will support pupils, parents, staff and school events while maintaining confidentiality and high standards of organisation.