School Administrator

Tradewind Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated School Administrator for a Primary School in Edgbaston. The role involves supporting the administrative tasks of the Senior Leadership Team and ensuring a welcoming environment for pupils, parents, and staff. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational and ICT skills, with additional languages such as Urdu, Mirpuri, or Punjabi being beneficial. This is a full-time position starting as soon as possible.

Benefits

Top rates of pay

25 certified CPD courses

Great referral scheme

Full interview preparation

Help with lesson planning

Online portal for timesheets

Free social and networking events

Qualifications

• Dedicated and highly organised individual.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Professionalism and integrity in handling information.

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming reception service.
• Maintain safeguarding and data protection protocols.
• Support administrative tasks to smooth running of the school.

Skills

Organizational skills

ICT skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multilingual (Urdu, Mirpuri, Punjabi)

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a multi‑academy trust in Birmingham who currently have a vacancy for a School Administrator at one of their Primary Schools in Edgbaston.

The school is seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised School Administrator to join their vibrant and forward‑thinking MAT. It would be highly beneficial if you can speak Urdu, Mirpuri, or Punjabi, as our school serves a diverse, multilingual community. This skill will help the school strengthen communication and engagement with families and ensure inclusivity across our school community.

The MAT is passionate about children's learning, committed to excellence, and proud of its inclusive and supportive community. They place professional development and coaching at the heart of everything they do, ensuring staff are empowered to grow and succeed. The successful candidate will be able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils, parents and visitors. You will be flexible, able to cope with and work well within a team and independently.

About the Role

As School Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the school office and in providing exceptional administration and support to the Senior Leadership Team and the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold the school/Trust's vision, ethos, and policies.
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity at all times.
• Provide a welcoming reception service and handle switchboard duties.
• Support and contribute to a positive team culture by encouraging colleagues and embracing our shared vision: 'to be the best part of your day.'
• Support administrative tasks, including mail, parcels, and record‑keeping.
• Work collaboratively as part of the school team.
• Liaise effectively with external agencies and internal support services.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain safeguarding, data protection, and security protocols.
• Interact positively with pupils, parents, staff, and visitors, responding to queries from parents, pupils, and visitors.
• Demonstrate strong ICT and organisational skills.
• Carry out other duties as needed to support the smooth running of the school.

This is a full‑time role to start as soon as possible, with hours from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, a 45‑minute lunch break, and is a Grade 2 position. Ability speak Urdu, Mirpuri, or Punjabi is highly beneficial but not essential.

To be considered for this role or to gain further information, please get in touch with Ashleigh on phone or email.

Benefits of registering with Tradewind

• We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay.
• We care about your training and development more than any other agency – we offer 25 certified CPD courses, 18 more than the next nearest competitor.
• Great referral scheme – recommend a friend and earn up to 100.
• Full interview preparation and assistance – so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success.
• Help with lesson planning – our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement.
• Online portal for your timesheets and to log your availability.
• Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants.