School Administrator

Kennet School; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle Scheme

Local government pension scheme

Annual flu jab

Job summary

Kennet School in Thatcham is seeking an organised and proactive School Administrator (Cover) to join the busy school office. The role focuses on coordinating cover for absent staff and providing essential administrative support to keep the school running smoothly.

The successful candidate will manage daily lesson cover, arrange supply teachers and internal cover, maintain a current cover diary and support the wider office with routine tasks, answering calls and greeting pupils and staff

Responsibilities

• Manage daily lesson cover and arrange supply teachers/internal cover.
• Maintain an accurate cover diary and provide general admin support.
• Answer telephone enquiries and be the first point of contact for pupils and staff.

Job description

We are seeking an organised, approachable and proactive School Administrator (Cover) to join our busy school office team at Kennet School. This is a key role, coordinating cover for absent staff and providing administrative support to help keep the school running smoothly.

The successful candidate will manage daily lesson cover, arrange supply teachers and internal cover, and maintain an accurate and up-to-date cover diary. They will also support the wider school office with general administrative tasks, answering telephone enquiries and providing a warm and professional first point of contact for pupils and staff.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced environment. A flexible approach and the confidence to respond calmly to changing circumstances will be essential., Joining our school community means becoming part of an open, collaborative environment where trust in our professionals is paramount. We pride ourselves on outstanding facilities and abundant resources that empower our educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences. We are seeking applicants who bring creativity, a forward-thinking attitude, and an unapologetic passion for enabling young people to reach their fullest potential. At our school, innovation is encouraged, and every voice matters in shaping an educational landscape where pupils thrive.

All staff have access to a range of benefits including a Cycle Scheme, local government pension scheme and annual flu jab. Kennet School is a highly oversubscribed and ambitious academy which seeks staff who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of the school.

• All staff have access to a range of benefits including a Cycle Scheme, local government pension scheme and annual flu jab.