School Administrator

TeacherActive; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to consultants 24/7

CPD courses through My-Progression

Competitive rates of pay

Referral scheme – up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a diverse secondary school in Cardiff to recruit a full-time School Administrator from September. You will support the school office and act as the first point of contact for staff, students and visitors, handling varied administrative duties with professionalism.

The role emphasises strong organisation, communication and a proactive approach in a busy school environment. Training and ongoing CPD are available through the agency, with competitive rates of pay.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience in an office environment.
• Experience in school administration is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with school management systems such as SIMS, Arbour or similar.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A professional, flexible and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of administrative duties to ensure efficient operation of the school office.
• Act as a professional first point of contact for staff, students and visitors.
• Support the wider school team with day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with routine admin processes.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Tools

SIMS

Arbour

Job description

Are you an organised and proactive School Administrator seeking a rewarding opportunity within a bustling secondary school?

Do you possess excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a varied workload efficiently?

Are you confident in using administrative systems and supporting the smooth, day-to-day operations of a school?

TeacherActive is proud to partner with a diverse and welcoming secondary school in Cardiff, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. The school values its strong community ethos and is committed to creating a positive atmosphere where both staff and pupils can flourish.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time School Administrator from September, with permanent opportunities available for the right candidate. The successful candidate will support the wider school team by undertaking a range of administrative duties, ensuring the efficient operation of the school office and acting as a professional first point of contact for staff, students and visitors.

Key requirements for the successful School Administrator:

• Previous administrative experience in an office environment
• Experience in school administration is desirable but not essential
• Familiarity with school management systems such as SIMS, Arbour or similar
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• A professional, flexible and proactive approach to work

In return, you will receive:

• Access to a dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support a seamless onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and conditions apply
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
• Competitive market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 for referring a friend Terms and conditions apply

Our staff are remunerated via PAYE, ensuring the correct deductions for Tax and National Insurance, with no confusing administration fees deducted from your earnings.

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.