School Administrator: Office Ops & Stakeholder Support

Marchant Recruitment; Brighton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a School Administrator for a busy secondary school in Brighton. You will provide high-quality administrative and organisational support to staff, students, parents, and senior leaders, ensuring daily operations run efficiently.

The role involves managing inquiries, maintaining student records (Arbor/SIMS), supporting attendance and safeguarding, coordinating meetings, and assisting with admissions and events. Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience (school experience desirable but not essential).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional, approachable, and personable manner.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and external agencies.
• Manage telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries professionally.
• Maintain accurate student records on the school MIS (Arbor/SIMS).
• Support attendance processes and safeguarding documentation.
• Coordinate meetings, room bookings, and SLT diaries.
• Produce reports, letters, and communications on behalf of senior leaders.
• Assist with admissions paperwork and transition documentation.
• Support school events, open evenings, and parents’ evenings.
• Maintain filing systems and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Tools

Arbor/SIMS MIS

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a School Administrator for a busy secondary school in Brighton. You will provide high-quality administrative and organisational support to staff, students, parents, and senior leaders, ensuring daily operations run efficiently.

The role involves managing inquiries, maintaining student records (Arbor/SIMS), supporting attendance and safeguarding, coordinating meetings, and assisting with admissions and events. Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential.