School Administrator - Lewisham

Education First Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Education First Recruitment is seeking an experienced School Administrator for a SEN school in Lewisham. You will manage the school office, maintain records and assist with admissions, under a Monday–Friday 8:00–16:00 schedule.

The role emphasizes organisation, safeguarding and strong communication with parents and staff. Immediate start available and ongoing support from Education First Recruitment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering school admin support in an education setting.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administration of the school office.
• Maintain pupil records using SIMS and update attendance records.
• Handle calls and emails; welcome visitors and staff.
• Prepare letters, reports and correspondence for the school.
• Support pupil registrations and admissions; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

School administration

SIMS experience

Organised

Communication

Team player

Tools

SIMS

Job description

School Administrator - Lewisham

Education First | Lewisham | Competitive rates | Immediate Start | 5 Days a Week

School Administrator Opportunity - Lewisham

Education First is looking for a reliable, organised and experienced School Administrator to join an SEN school in Lewisham.

This is a full-time opportunity working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break and an immediate start available.

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day administration of the school and help ensure the school office operates efficiently.

The Role

As a School Administrator, your responsibilities may include:

• Managing the day-to-day administration of the school office
• Using SIMS to maintain and update pupil records
• Managing attendance and pupil information
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails
• Welcoming visitors, parents, pupils and staff
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Supporting pupil registrations and admissions
• Preparing letters, reports and school correspondence
• Liaising with parents, carers, staff and external professionals
• Maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Supporting the wider school team with general administration
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from administrators who have:

• Previous experience working in a school or education setting
• Experience using SIMS or a similar school management system
• Strong administration and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A professional and approachable manner
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Experience working within an SEN or specialist education setting would be desirable, although candidates with strong school administration experience are encouraged to apply.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am - 4:00pm
• One-hour lunch break
• Full-time
• Immediate start

What You Can Expect From Education First

• Competitive rates
• Weekly pay
• A dedicated Education First consultant
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Opportunities across schools in South London
• Opportunities matched to your experience and preferences
• Potential longer-term and permanent opportunities

Why Work With Education First?

At Education First, we want to build long-term relationships with our candidates rather than simply place you into the next available vacancy.

We'll take the time to understand your experience, skills and career goals before matching you with suitable opportunities. Our consultants provide ongoing support throughout your placement and are here to help from your first day onwards.