School Administrator

Randstad Education; Bradford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend voucher (£300 Love2shop

Job summary

Randstad Education in Bradford is seeking a temporary Support Administrator to join a busy school admin team. The role is full-time, starting immediately, acting as the central pillar for daily operations across the main office and departments.

You will handle front-line inquiries, attendance tracking, routine reporting, and ensure smooth administrative workflows while supporting safeguarding and communications within the school community.

Qualifications

• Fluent IT skills with MS Office and MIS/databases.
• Strong verbal and written communication for diverse audiences.
• High attention to detail when handling confidential records.
• Excellent organisation to prioritise tasks in a busy school environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage frontline desk per entry protocols.
• Handle calls and email inquiries; distribute school mailers.
• Maintain pupil data in the MIS; audit records and attendance.
• Support safeguarding procedures with appropriate staff.

Skills

IT Proficiency

Communication

Data Accuracy

Time Management

Adaptability

Problem-Solving

Tools

MS Office Suite

Educational databases

Job description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are ever the same?

Are you passionate about supporting a bustling school community that empowers young people?

Do you possess exceptional communication skills and a friendly, welcoming approach?

About the Role

The successful candidate will join an active administrative team as a temporary Support Administrator. In this full-time role starting immediately, the individual will act as a central pillar of support for daily operational activities across the main office and school departments. The position involves managing front line inquiries from parents, staff, and visitors, overseeing attendance and student data tracking, generating routine reports, and ensuring all administrative workflows execute smoothly. Working closely with school leadership and pastoral teams, the administrator plays a vital part in maintaining high standards of child protection, organisational efficiency, and community communication throughout the academic term.

About the School

Located in Bradford school is a large, highly collaborative 11-16 secondary school committed to creating an environment where students enjoy, learn, and succeed. It places a deep emphasis on inclusive community values, rapid educational progress, and high expectations for all learners. The school features a modern campus with comprehensive learning resources, dedicated staff development programs, and a warm, supportive ethos. Serving a rich, diverse local community, the leadership team works relentlessly to raise aspirations, foster leadership qualities in students, and maintain a safe, welcoming atmosphere for every pupil.

Candidate Requirements

• Safeguarding Qualification: Must hold a valid, recognised Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Certificate (Essential).
• DBS Status: An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to undergo immediate clearance).
• Experience: Prior experience working within a secondary school, college, or complex educational administrative setting.
• Right to Work: Verified right to work in the UK.

Required Skills

• IT Proficiency: Fluent with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and educational database platforms.
• Communication: Articulate verbal and written communication suited for diverse audiences.
• Data Accuracy: High attention to detail when logging confidential records and managing databases.
• Time Management: Outstanding organisational abilities with a proven capacity to prioritise competing tasks.
• Adaptability: A flexible mindset that stays calm and productive in a lively secondary school environment.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive initiative to resolve operational issues quickly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Frontline Desk Management: Meet and greet school visitors, contractors, and parents in line with entry protocols.
• Communication & Correspondence: Handle incoming telephone calls, general email inquiries, and outgoing school mailers.
• Student Records Maintenance: Input, update, and audit pupil information on the Management Information System (MIS).
• Attendance Tracking: Assist the attendance team with monitoring absences, making first-day calls, and filing attendance records.
• Safeguarding Support: Maintain strict safeguarding procedures, log concerns accurately, and liaise with key staff utilising valid DSL expertise.
• Reprographics & Admin Support: Assist teaching departments with document preparation, printing, filing, and resource organisation.
• Event Coordination: Provide organisational support for school events, open evenings, parent consultations, and educational visits.
• Supply & Staff Support: Help log staff absences, coordinate internal cover bookings, and welcome guest educators.
• Post & Deliveries: Sort and distribute daily incoming mail, deliveries, and stock items across departments.
• Data Reporting: Assist senior staff with generating routine administrative reports, attendance spreadsheets, and student logs.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).