School Administrator Part-Time

Oakthorpe Primary School; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakthorpe Primary School in Swadlincote, United Kingdom, is seeking a dedicated Part-Time School Administrator to join our welcoming team. You will be the first point of contact for parents and visitors, supporting the day-to-day operation of the school.

Reporting to the Headteacher, you will manage reception duties, pupil records in the MIS, attendance and admissions processes, and assist with HR, finance and communications. Experience in a school environment is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and numerical/literacy skills are essential.
• GCSE English and Maths (minimum grade 4/C) or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and school management systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle reception duties and greet parents, visitors and external agencies.
• Respond to enquiries and maintain effective communications with families.
• Maintain pupil records using the school's MIS and support attendance and admissions processes.
• Assist with HR, finance and operational administration tasks.
• Contribute to school communications, newsletters and website updates.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Pupil Management Systems

Job description

Are you an organised, professional and friendly administrator looking for a rewarding role at the heart of a thriving school community?

Oakthorpe Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated Part-Time School Administrator to join our welcoming team. As the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external agencies, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our school and helping us deliver the very best experience for our pupils and families.

At Oakthorpe Primary School, our vision is to "Dream, Believe, Achieve", enabling children to flourish and succeed in a caring, family-centred environment. Situated at the heart of the village, we are proud of our strong relationships with pupils, parents, staff and the wider community. As part of Rise Multi Academy Trust, we are committed to providing an excellent education whilst nurturing every child to achieve their full potential

Working closely with the Headteacher, you will provide high-quality administrative support across all areas of school life. The role includes managing reception duties, responding to enquiries from parents and visitors, maintaining pupil records through the school's management information systems, supporting attendance and admissions processes, coordinating communications with families, and assisting with HR, finance and operational administration. You will also contribute to promoting the school through newsletters, website updates and community communications.

We are looking for a candidate who has excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload whilst working to deadlines. You will possess good literacy and numeracy skills, with GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent), and demonstrate confidence using Microsoft Office and a range of digital systems. Exceptional communication skills, discretion and a commitment to providing excellent customer service are essential. Experience of working within a school environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

The successful candidate will be able to work independently, use initiative, maintain confidentiality and quickly build positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and external partners. Above all, you will share our commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and supporting the wellbeing of all children. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated and supportive team within a school that is proud of its welcoming atmosphere and strong community values. Oakthorpe Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted and is recognised as a caring school where staff know pupils well and place their wellbeing at the centre of everything they do.

Dream. Believe. Achieve. Join us and help our children flourish and succeed.