School Administrator

Academics; Dartford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive school environment

Dartford location

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking a proactive School Receptionist for a full-time fixed-term rolling contract starting September 2026 in Dartford. You will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff, delivering a welcoming and professional service while supporting the efficient running of the school office.

Key duties include managing the reception, handling calls and emails, and maintaining records using Arbor/SIMS.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a School Receptionist, School Administrator or in a busy school office is essential.
• Experience using Arbor, SIMS or another school management system is desirable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A professional, approachable and welcoming manner.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visitors, parents, pupils and staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• Manage the school reception area, ensuring all visitors follow appropriate signing-in and safeguarding procedures.
• Answer incoming calls, respond to emails and deal with enquiries promptly and professionally.
• Complete general administrative duties including filing, scanning, data entry and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate pupil and school records using the relevant management information system.
• Support attendance administration and wider school office processes.
• Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team and wider office team.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, deliveries and general correspondence.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Strong organisational skills

Tools

Arbor

SIMS

Job description

School Receptionist - Dartford

Full-time | £14.50+ per hour | Fixed-Term Rolling Contract | Start: September 2026

Academics Ltd is working with a friendly and well-established school in Dartford to recruit a confident and professional School Receptionist for a full-time fixed-term rolling contract, starting in September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and approachable receptionist to become an important part of a busy school office. As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff, you will provide a welcoming and professional service while supporting the smooth running of the school's administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visitors, parents, pupils and staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• Manage the school reception area, ensuring all visitors follow appropriate signing-in and safeguarding procedures.
• Answer incoming calls, respond to emails and deal with enquiries promptly and professionally.
• Complete general administrative duties including filing, scanning, data entry and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate pupil and school records using the relevant management information system.
• Support attendance administration and wider school office processes.
• Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team and wider office team.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, deliveries and general correspondence.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Requirements

Previous experience working as a School Receptionist, School Administrator or within a busy school office is essential.

Experience using Arbor, SIMS or another school management system is desirable.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

A professional, approachable and welcoming manner.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Full-time fixed-term rolling contract starting September 2026.
• Competitive pay from £14.50 per hour.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming school in Dartford.
• Ongoing support from the dedicated team at Academics Ltd.
• A rewarding opportunity to develop your experience within a busy school environment.

A rewarding opportunity to develop your experience within a busy school environment.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced School Receptionist who enjoys working with people and is looking for a new role within a supportive school environment.

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