School Administrator Assistant

The Education Network North; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network are working with a secondary school in Northumberland seeking an admin assistant to join their school office. Commencing in November, the role is initially up until the Christmas holidays with potential extension for the right candidate.

Mon-Fri 8.30am-4pm, start 10th November 2026. The role involves manning reception, speaking with students, parents and other stakeholders, and performing administrative duties including answering the phone and emails.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an administrative role
• Fully conversant with MS Office packages (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience within an educational institution is preferred
• A current, valid Enhanced DBS certificate or a willingness to apply for one
• Experience with SIMS would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manning the reception desk
• Speaking with students, parents and other stakeholders
• Answering the phone and responding to emails
• Carrying out various administrative duties as required

Tools

Word

Outlook

Excel

SIMS

Job description

School Administrator Assistant – Northumberland

The Education Network are working with a secondary school in the Northumberland area who are currently seeking an admin assistant to join their school office. Commencing in November, the role is initially up until the Christmas holidays with the potential of being extended for the right candidate.

The role of School Administrator Assistant will involve manning the reception desk, speaking with students, parents, and other stakeholders, and various administrative duties including answering the phone and responding to emails.

Requirements

• Previous experience within an administrative role
• Fully conversant with MS Office packages (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience within an educational institution is preferred
• A current, valid Enhanced DBS certificate or a willingness to apply for one
• Experience with SIMS would be advantageous

Pay & Opportunity

Pay: £95–£115 per day, depending on qualifications and experience.

Location: Northumberland.

Working pattern: Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 4pm

Contract: Short-term with the potential of being extended.

Start date: 10th November 2026.

Why Work with The Education Network?

At The Education Network, we are passionate about connecting dedicated education professionals with opportunities where they can make a difference. Our team is committed to providing a professional, supportive recruitment experience and helping you find a role that suits your skills and career goals.

The Education Network is committed to safer recruitment and compliance with relevant safeguarding standards. Any appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and the required safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check where applicable. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days