School Admin Manager - Immediate Start - Middlesbrough

Office Angels; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Middlesbrough is seeking an experienced individual to manage the school office and reception. You will handle admissions, attendance, and support HR functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong administration background, excellent organizational skills, and immediate availability. This full-time position offers a salary of £25,000 - £30,000 and the potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

29 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Access to wellbeing services

Local Government Pension Scheme – 17.5% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting preferred.
• Enhanced DBS required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the school office and reception.
• Manage admissions, attendance, and pupil records.
• Oversee HR administration and compliance tasks.
• Handle finance tasks including invoices and petty cash.
• Support SLT with reports and event coordination.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and health & safety standards.

Skills

Strong background in administration or office management

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Calm, professional, and discreet under pressure

Immediate availability

Job description

Location & Contract

📍 Middlesbrough (Free Parking)

💼 Contract: Full-Time | Whole Year | Initial Temp Contract (Potential to go Permanent)

💰 Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 DOE

🕒 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm or 8:30am-4:30pm

📅 Start Date: ASAP – Urgent Requirement!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the school office and reception
• Manage admissions, attendance, pupil records, and family communications
• Oversee HR administration: recruitment, onboarding, DBS checks, compliance
• Handle finance tasks: invoices, petty cash, trip payments, reconciliations
• Support the SLT with reports, correspondence, and event coordination
• Maintain GDPR, safeguarding, and health & safety compliance
• Guide admin processes and coordinate key school events (e.g., parent evenings)
• Foster positive relationships with staff, families, governors, and external partners
• Ensure a warm, professional welcome for all visitors

Essential

• Strong background in administration or office management (education experience preferred)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using digital systems
• Calm, professional, and discreet under pressure
• Immediate availability (Enhanced DBS required)

Benefits (Permanent Employees)

• 29 days holiday + bank holidays
• Passionate, supportive leadership team
• Career development and training opportunities
• Access to wellbeing services (counselling, GP, mindfulness)
• Local Government Pension Scheme – 17.5% employer contribution
• Employment under NJC Green Book terms
• A culture that listens, learns, and grows together

Ready to start immediately? If you have the skills and experience outlined above, apply today!

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to provide individual feedback. If you haven’t been contacted within 3 working days, please assume your application has not been successful at this time.

🛡️ We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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