School Administrator

Career Teachers; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Teachers is recruiting enthusiastic School Administrators to work in schools across Sheffield. You’ll be at the heart of daily school life, supporting pupils, staff, parents and visitors while ensuring the school office runs smoothly.

The role involves front-of-house duties, handling calls and emails, managing attendance and pupil records, updating school management systems, and producing letters and reports. DBS checks and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school office or reception is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing front-of-house reception duties
• Answering calls and responding to emails
• Supporting attendance and pupil records
• Updating school management systems
• Producing letters, reports and communications
• Assisting with admissions and safeguarding administration
• Providing general administrative support to school leadership teams

Skills

Front-of-house

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

School management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

School Administrator – Sheffield

Be the Friendly Face That Keeps a School Moving

Schools are busy, vibrant places and behind every successful school is an exceptional administration team.

We’re currently recruiting enthusiastic and organised School Administrators to work within schools across Sheffield. This role is ideal for experienced school administrators, receptionists or office professionals looking to use their skills within education.

As a School Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of daily school life, supporting pupils, staff, parents and visitors while ensuring the school office runs smoothly and efficiently.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing front-of-house reception duties
• Answering calls and responding to emails
• Supporting attendance and pupil records
• Updating school management systems
• Producing letters, reports and communications
• Assisting with admissions and safeguarding administration
• Providing general administrative support to school leadership teams

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking candidates who are:

Friendly and professional

Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities

Confident communicating with parents, staff and visitors

Comfortable using Microsoft Office and school systems

Adaptable within a busy school environment

Experience working within a school office is highly desirable, although strong administration experience from other sectors will also be considered.

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one – we can assist)
• Ability to provide two years of employment and referencing history
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within education settings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why Work With Us?

We’re proud to partner with schools across Sheffield, helping talented support staff find rewarding opportunities within education.

Flexible and long-term opportunities available

Competitive rates of pay

Friendly and dedicated support from our team

Opportunities in a variety of school settings

A rewarding role making a genuine difference every day

If you’re organised, approachable and passionate about supporting schools, we’d love to hear from you.