School Administrator

Vision for Education Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd. is seeking a School Administrator in York to support a welcoming primary school. The role is full-time, starts ASAP, and runs until July 2027, with hours from 8:00 to 15:30. Initially supply drive with potential for permanent appointment for a reliable candidate.

The role blends Reception and school office administration, requiring strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in school administration preferred.
• Experience working with children or in a primary school is desirable.
• Be confident, approachable and highly organized.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to manage a varied workload and adapt quickly.
• Experience with ARBOR is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for pupils, staff, parents and visitors.
• Provide general office and administrative support.
• Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information.
• Support school admin across Reception and office tasks.

Skills

Administrative experience

First point of contact

Strong organization

Excellent communication

Tools

ARBOR

Job description

School Administrator - Full Time

York

ASAP - July 2027

8.00 - 15.30

Vision for Education are recruiting for a School Administrator to support a welcoming and friendly Primary School in York. We currently have a Full Time Role to start ASAP until July 2027. The hours are 8.00am until 15.30.

About the role

This is a varied and rewarding position combining Reception and school office administration.

As part of the school admin function, you will:

• Act as a first point of contact for pupils, staff, parents and visitors
• Provide general office and administrative support
• Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information

This is a fast-paced role requiring strong organisation, adaptability, and a positive, proactive attitude.

The role will begin on a supply basis, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate who demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will:

• Have previous administrative experience (school experience desirable but not essential)
• Ideally have experience working with children or in a primary school setting
• Be confident, approachable, and highly organised
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be adaptable and able to manage a varied workload
• Experience with ARBOR would be desirable

Safeguarding

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and must hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly via PAYE