School Administrator

Tradewind Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a School Administrator for an exciting role in Warrington. You will provide efficient administrative and front-of-house support within a busy school office, handling calls, emails, and enquiries while assisting staff and pupils.

The role requires strong organisation, excellent communication, and the ability to manage confidential information in line with safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• General administrative and front-of-house support in a busy school office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in a school context.
• Ability to manage confidential information and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and reception support to the school.
• Answer calls, respond to emails, and handle enquiries professionally.
• Welcome and assist parents, visitors, staff, and pupils.
• Maintain records and update school databases and systems.

Skills

Admin experience

MS Office

Communication

Confidentiality

Safeguarding

Education

Enhanced DBS clearance

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Job description

Job Title: School AdministratorLocation: WarringtonStart Date: ImmediateContract Type: Full-Time, Term Time OnlyAre you organised, professional, and confident working in a busy school environment? Do you have strong administrative and communication skills and enjoy working with staff, students, parents, and visitors? We're looking for a reliable and experienced School Administrator to support a school in Warrington, with an immediate opportunity available.

About the Role:

We are seeking a School Administrator to provide efficient administrative and front-of-house support within a busy school office.

Key Responsibilities:

• * Provide general administrative and reception support to the school
• * Answer telephone calls, respond to emails, and deal with enquiries professionally
• * Welcome and assist parents, visitors, staff, and pupils
• * Maintain accurate records and update school databases and systems
• * Support with attendance and pupil administration
• * Prepare documents, letters, reports, and other school correspondence
• * Assist with filing, photocopying, data entry, and general office duties
• * Handle confidential information appropriately and follow safeguarding procedures
• * Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure the smooth running of the school office

What We're Looking For:

• * Previous administrative or reception experience
• * Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• * Strong written and verbal communication skills
• * Confident using Microsoft Office and computer-based systems
• * Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment
• * A professional, friendly, and approachable manner
• * Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding requirements
• * A valid enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)

Desirable (but not essential):

• * Previous experience working within a school or education setting
• * Experience using school management systems such as SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom, or similar
• * Experience with attendance, admissions, safeguarding, or pupil administration
• * Relevant administration or business qualification

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.