School Administrator

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Wirral; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated School Administrator to support a Wirral-based school. Immediate start with term-time only arrangement. You will manage front-of-house, handle enquiries, and support staff, pupils, and parents to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience in school administration, and proficiency with MS Office and school databases. DBS check is required or in progress.

Qualifications

• Experience in school administration or reception.
• Proficient with MS Office and school databases.
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and front-of-house support to the school.
• Answer calls, respond to emails, and handle 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 and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Collaborate with teaching and support staff to ensure smooth running of the school office.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organisation

Education

Relevant administration qualification

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

Job Title: School Administrator
Location: Wirral
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Are 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 Wirral, 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. You'll be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day running of the school office, maintaining accurate records, responding to enquiries, and supporting staff, pupils, parents, and visitors.

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)
• 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.