School Administrator

Reading Borough Council; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in England is seeking a dedicated Administrator to join a vibrant school community. The candidate should be a keen team player with strong organisational and time management skills. Responsibilities include serving as the first point of contact and assisting with administrative duties in a supportive environment. Training will be provided for specific software like Arbor. This role values diversity and aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where every staff member is appreciated.

Qualifications

• Keen team player, able to work in a fast-paced school office.
• Thorough with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Capable of interacting with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for the school.
• Assist with administrative tasks in a team setting.
• Support a multicultural and inclusive environment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Tools

Arbor/ FMS packages

Job description

30 hours / week, term-time only plus 5 INSET days. Required as soon as possible / Job share considered / Hours negotiable. Ref. EPC 01/26.

We are looking for an Administrator who is a keen team player with excellent organisational and time management skills. The successful applicant will be thorough, pay attention to detail and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The role requires someone who is able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced school office, working within a small team who are the first point of contact for the school. You will need to be able to interact with a wide range of stakeholders. Knowledge and experience of Arbor/ FMS packages would be useful but is not essential as training will be provided. Salary dependent on experience and qualifications.

EP Collier is a vibrant, friendly, multicultural school with a strong, positive ethos. Our staff and children benefit from belonging to an inclusive and nurturing learning environment – at EP Collier everyone is valued as an individual.

Visits to our distinctive and forward‑thinking community are warmly welcomed so that you can meet us and see how we work. To arrange a visit, please contact the school. You can find out more about our school and find an application pack on our website, www.epcollier.reading.sch.uk.

Closing date: Tuesday 27th January 2026.

Interviews: Monday 2nd February 2026.

Applications will be considered on receipt and the school reserves the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date.

Please do not send a CV, for the purposes of equal opportunities we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms.

EP Collier aspires to be an actively anti‑racist organisation. We recognise our aspiration as ongoing, involving collective commitment and accountability. We welcome employees who are committed to and will actively contribute to our efforts to celebrate our cultural diversity and be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity.

We encourage candidates who share our ambition to apply and we welcome applications from those with protected characteristics.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and staff childcare disclosure declaration.