SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council seeks a standalone School Office Administrator to lead the day-to-day running of the office, overseeing HR administration, premises coordination and school finance processes. You will operate within a caring, aspirational school community in Burnley, ensuring safeguarding and confidentiality are upheld and supporting staff and pupils to thrive.

The role demands independent workload management, excellent IT skills and strong communication to maintain a smooth, compliant,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative role (school experience desirable).
• Independently manage a busy and varied workload.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Competent in IT systems (e.g. Microsoft Office and MIS systems).
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day running of the office.
• Oversee HR administration, premises coordination and school finance processes.

Skills

Administrative experience

Workload management

Organisation & time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT proficiency

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

MIS systems

Job description

This is a key, standalone role within the school office. The successful candidate will be the sole administrative lead, taking full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the office alongside oversight of HR administration, premises coordination, and school finance processes. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the school while contributing to a caring, supportive and aspirational environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. Our school is a vibrant and nurturing community, committed to ensuring every child feels safe, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential.

Location , BB11

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in an administrative role (school experience desirable)
• Ability to independently manage a busy and varied workload
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Competent in IT systems (e.g. Microsoft Office and MIS systems)
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities

Desirable

• Experience in school administration, HR or finance
• Knowledge of education systems and processes

Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Equal Opportunities statement An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.