School Admin

Senploy; East Finchley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is partnering with a thriving Finchley primary school to recruit an experienced School Administrator (Arbor Specialist). You will manage the Arbor MIS, maintain records, track attendance, and support the SLT with day-to-day operations.

You will be the front-line contact for parents and staff, handling communications, bookings, and administrative tasks in a busy school office, while ensuring confidentiality and high accuracy.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Arbor MIS experience in a school office.
• Experience as a School Administrator/Receptionist/Data Officer in a primary/secondary school.
• Strong IT literacy and excellent written/verbal communication.
• Ability to multitask, stay calm under pressure and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Input, maintain and update student records using Arbor MIS.
• Track attendance and generate statutory reports.
• Manage school reception and handle calls, emails, visitors.
• Assist with dinners, trips, and club bookings via Arbor; send parent communications.
• Support SLT and School Business Manager with admin tasks, timetables and filing.

Skills

Arbor MIS experience

School office experience

IT literacy

Communication skills

Tools

Arbor MIS

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Title: School Administrator (Arbor Specialist)

Job Overview

We are working alongside a thriving primary school in Finchley that is looking for an experienced School Administrator with solid working knowledge of the Arbor MIS system. This is a vital role within the school office, ensuring smooth daily operations, efficient data management, and a welcoming first point of contact for parents, pupils, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• MIS & Data Management: Utilize the Arbor Management Information System to accurately input, maintain, and update student records, attendance registers, admissions, and assessment data.
• Attendance Tracking: Monitor daily attendance, follow up on unexplained absences, and generate statutory attendance reports in line with school policies.
• Front Office Administration: Manage the school reception with a professional and friendly demeanor, handling phone calls, emails, and visitor inquiries.
• Finance & Communication: Assist with school dinners, trips, and club bookings using Arbor, and send out parent communications, newsletters, and announcements.
• Administrative Support: Support the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and School Business Manager with general secretarial duties, timetable updates, and filing.

Ideal Candidate Requirements

• Arbor Experience: Proven, hands-on experience using the Arbor MIS system within a school office environment.
• School Office Background: Previous experience working as a School Administrator, Receptionist, or Data Officer in a primary or secondary school.
• Administrative Skills: Strong IT literacy (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace), excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional Approach: Ability to multitask in a busy school environment, remain calm under pressure, and maintain strict confidentiality regarding student and staff data.

What the School Offers

• A friendly, well-organized, and supportive administrative team.
• A welcoming school community with a strong ethos.
• Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development.

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.