School Administrator Assistant

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

Job summary

The Education Network are partnering with a Northumberland secondary school to recruit a School Administrator Assistant for a short-term role starting in November.

The position involves front desk duties, greeting students and visitors, answering calls and emails, and a range of office tasks to support the school office.

The contract runs until Christmas with potential extension for the right candidate, and requires MS Office skills and an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Experience in an educational setting preferred.
• A current, valid Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to apply.
• Experience with SIMS would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, parents and other visitors at the reception.
• Answer phone calls and respond to emails in a professional manner.
• Manage daily administrative tasks and office duties.
• Support school office and safeguarding procedures as required.

Skills

Administrative experience

MS Office

Education sector experience

DBS clearance

Communication skills

Tools

SIMS

Job description

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 of the role of School Administrator Assistant are as follows:

• 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: £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.

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.