School Administrator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-Perm

ASAP start

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Academics Ltd are currently working with a welcoming and supportive school in Maidstone who are looking to appoint an experienced School Administrator to join their busy office team. This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity for an organised and reliable administrator looking to secure a long-term position within a school environment.

Salary from £14.50 per hour. You will manage general administration duties, pupil records, MIS data, communications, and support safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a school office – essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom or another school MIS.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workload.
• Confidentiality and safeguarding understanding in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to teaching staff and the Senior Leadership Team.
• Managing a range of general school administration duties.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and school information.
• Updating and retrieving information using the school's MIS.
• Handling telephone calls, emails and general enquiries.
• Supporting attendance, admissions and other pupil administration.
• Preparing letters, reports, documents and correspondence.
• Maintaining organised filing and administrative systems.
• Processing paperwork and supporting the smooth flow of information around the school.
• Assisting with post, deliveries and general office coordination.

Skills

School office experience

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

School Administrator - Maidstone

Full-time | £14.50+ per hour | Temp-to-Perm | Start ASAP

Academics Ltd are currently working with a welcoming and supportive school in Maidstone who are looking to appoint an experienced School Administrator to join their busy office team.

This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity for an organised and reliable administrator looking to secure a long-term position within a school environment.

About the Role

• Managing a range of general school administration duties.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and school information.
• Updating and retrieving information using the school's MIS.
• Handling telephone calls, emails and general enquiries.
• Supporting attendance, admissions and other pupil administration.
• Preparing letters, reports, documents and correspondence.
• Maintaining organised filing and administrative systems.
• Processing paperwork and supporting the smooth flow of information around the school.
• Assisting with post, deliveries and general office coordination.
• Providing administrative support to teaching staff and the Senior Leadership Team.
• Dealing with confidential information appropriately and professionally.
• Ensuring all safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection procedures are followed.

About You

• Previous experience working within a school office - essential.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience using SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom or another school MIS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The confidence to communicate with parents, pupils, staff and external contacts.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workload.
• A flexible, proactive and professional approach.
• An understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality within a school setting.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Full-time temp-to-perm position.
• ASAP start available.
• Pay from £14.50 per hour.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position within the school.
• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Ongoing support from the Academics Ltd team throughout your placement.
• The opportunity to develop your career within school administration.

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