School Administrator – Independent Primary School – Windsor

Marchant Recruitment; Windsor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayman Education is recruiting on behalf of an Independent Primary School in Windsor for a proactive School Administrator to join their friendly office team. You will manage front-of-house reception, handle calls and emails, maintain pupil records, assist with admissions, and support meetings and day-to-day admin to help the school run smoothly.

The role requires confidentiality, customer-service excellence, and the ability to multi-task during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administration, reception, customer service or a similar office-based role.
• Experience in a school or educational setting would be advantageous.
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone calls and respond to emails, welcome visitors and direct inquiries.
• Maintain accurate pupil records and manage databases and admissions/ transfers.
• Prepare letters, forms, reports and maintain filing systems; organise meetings and school events.
• Support attendance administration and follow up with parents and carers as needed.
• Assist with ordering stationery and office supplies and support senior leaders with admin tasks.
• Handle confidential information in line with safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Databases

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database systems

Job description

School Administrator – Independent Primary School – Windsor

Location: Windsor, Berkshire

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

School Information

Wayman Education is working with an Independent Primary School in Windsor to recruit an organised and professional School Administrator. The school is looking for someone who can provide efficient administrative support and act as a welcoming first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the school office operates smoothly and that administrative processes are completed accurately and efficiently.

The Role

The School Administrator will support the day-to-day operation of the school office and provide administrative assistance to staff across the school.

The role will involve answering telephone calls, responding to emails, welcoming visitors and directing enquiries to the appropriate members of staff. The successful candidate will maintain accurate records and ensure important information is communicated promptly.

The School Administrator will assist with pupil administration, including updating pupil records, maintaining databases and supporting admissions and transfers. They may also assist with attendance administration and follow up on information from parents and carers.

The role will involve preparing letters, forms, reports and other documentation, as well as maintaining effective filing systems. The successful candidate will support the organisation of meetings, appointments, school events and other administrative activities.

The School Administrator will also assist with ordering stationery and office supplies, maintaining office records and supporting senior leaders with general administrative tasks.

The successful applicant will regularly handle confidential information relating to pupils, parents and staff and will therefore be expected to follow school policies relating to safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in administration, reception, customer service or a similar office-based role. Previous experience working within a school or educational setting would be advantageous.

Strong communication skills, excellent organisation and attention to detail are essential. The successful candidate should be confident using Microsoft Office and comfortable working with databases and administrative systems.

The school is looking for someone who is friendly, professional and approachable, while also being able to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

The ability to manage several priorities at once and remain calm during busy periods is important. A proactive approach and willingness to support colleagues across the school are also required.

What the School Offers

This is an excellent opportunity to join an independent primary school in Windsor in a varied and important administrative position. The successful candidate will work closely with staff, pupils, parents and senior leaders while contributing to the smooth running of the school.