School Administrator

Academics; Ashford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking an experienced School Administrator to support schools in the South East on flexible daily and short-term assignments in Ashford. You will manage reception, handle calls and emails, and maintain pupil records while ensuring safeguarding and confidentiality at all times.

The role offers opportunities to gain varied experience across different school environments, with DBS Update Service required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or education setting.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception and welcome visitors.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to emails.
• Maintain accurate pupil and school records.
• Process attendance information and follow up on absences.
• Update the MIS and support admissions and new pupil registrations.
• Prepare letters, documents and correspondence.
• Assist with general school administration and office duties.
• Support the wider school office team during busy periods.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Independent working

DBS Update Service

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

Supply School Administrator - Ashford

Flexible Supply Work | Daily & Short-Term Assignments | Immediate & Ongoing Opportunities

Academics Ltd are currently recruiting experienced School Administrators to join our supply team, supporting schools across the South East with short-term, daily and longer-term administration requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced school office professionals who are looking for flexible work, want to gain experience across different school environments, or are available to support schools at short notice.

The Role

• Managing reception and welcoming visitors to the school.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
• Dealing professionally with parents, pupils and staff.
• Maintaining accurate pupil and school records.
• Processing attendance information and following up on absences.
• Updating the school's Management Information System (MIS).
• Supporting admissions and new pupil registrations.
• Preparing letters, documents and correspondence.
• Assisting with general school administration and office duties.
• Supporting the wider school office team during busy periods.
• Maintaining confidentiality and following safeguarding procedures at all times.

About You

• Previous experience working within a school or education setting.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using school systems such as SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom or similar.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to adapt quickly to different school environments and systems.
• A professional, friendly and approachable manner.
• The confidence to work independently and as part of a wider school team.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required, or you must be willing to obtain one.

Why Join Our Supply Team?

• Flexible work to suit your availability.
• Daily, short-term and longer-term assignments available.
• Opportunities to work across a range of welcoming schools.
• Potential to secure permanent positions through temporary placements.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated support from your Academics Ltd consultant.
• Regular opportunities throughout the academic year.
• A simple way to keep working while looking for your next permanent position.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy