School Administrator

TeacherActive Ltd; Hay Mills; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme - £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking an experienced School Administrator for a busy primary school in Birmingham. The role is full-time, on-site, with hours 8am–4pm, Monday to Friday, and involves reception duties, pupil attendance monitoring, and maintaining records in SIMS or Arbor.

Applicants should have prior school office experience and strong IT skills. The position offers competitive pay (£14.50–£17/hour), temporary to permanent prospects, and a supportive team with CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school office or administrative environment
• Experience using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor
• Experience managing pupil attendance, reception duties and general school administration
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A professional, friendly and adaptable approach with the ability to work effectively in a busy environment

Responsibilities

• Managing reception duties and handling enquiries
• Monitoring pupil attendance and maintaining records
• Maintaining school records using SIMS or Arbor
• Providing general administrative support to ensure smooth running of the school office

Skills

School office experience

SIMS/Arbor experience

Pupil attendance management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Job description

Are you an experienced School Administrator looking for an exciting opportunity in a busy primary school?

Do you have experience using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor?

Are you organised, approachable and confident managing a busy school office?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a large primary school based in Stechford, Birmingham, who are looking to appoint a dedicated School Administrator. This is a busy school environment where excellent communication, organisation and a welcoming approach are essential to supporting pupils, parents and staff.

The school is looking to take on an experienced School Administrator on a full-time, temporary to permanent basis, working Monday to Friday from 8am until 4pm. The successful School Administrator will be responsible for managing reception duties, monitoring pupil attendance, maintaining school records using SIMS or Arbor, handling enquiries and providing general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the school office.

The successful School Administrator will have:

Previous experience working in a school office or administrative environment

Experience using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor

Experience managing pupil attendance, reception duties and general school administration

Strong communication and organisational skills

A professional, friendly and adaptable approach with the ability to work effectively in a busy environment

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

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

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

School Administrator

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £14.50 to £17 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: B25

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 14 Oct 2026

Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: School Administrator

Location: Birmingham, Yardley, B25

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.50 - £17.00 per hour

• Previous experience working in a school office or administrative environment
• Experience using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor
• Experience managing pupil attendance, reception duties and general school administration
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A professional, friendly and adaptable approach with the ability to work effectively in a busy environment

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend