School Administrator - short term

Confidential; Widnes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market daily pay rates

Job summary

Tradewind is seeking a reliable School Administrator for a two-week temporary assignment at a secondary school in Widnes. You will handle reception, general admin tasks and data entry, supporting attendance and records.

Experience in school administration or reception is ideal; Arbor experience is desirable but not essential. You will join a busy school office, requiring clear communication, professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or reception-based role.
• Experience working within a school or educational setting is desirable.
• Arbor experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A professional, friendly and approachable manner.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a busy school office team.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception and general administrative support across the school.
• Welcome visitors, pupils and staff in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to queries appropriately.
• Assist with general office administration and data entry.
• Update and maintain school records and systems.
• Use the Arbor MIS system to support day-to-day administration, where required.
• Assist with attendance and pupil-related administration.
• Support the wider school office team with general administrative tasks.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Skills

Administrative experience

Reception experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

Arbor MIS

Job description

Job Title: School Administrator
Location: Widnes
Start Date: Monday 14th September
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary - 2 Weeks

Are you an experienced administrator looking for a short-term opportunity within a secondary school? We are currently seeking a reliable and organised School Administrator to join a welcoming secondary school in Widnes for a two-week temporary assignment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous school administration or reception experience. Arbor experience would be highly desirable, although not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide reception and general administrative support across the school
• Welcome visitors, pupils and staff in a professional and friendly manner
• Answer telephone calls and respond to queries appropriately
• Assist with general office administration and data entry
• Update and maintain school records and systems
• Use the Arbor MIS system to support day-to-day administration, where required
• Assist with attendance and pupil-related administration
• Support the wider school office team with general administrative tasks
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience in an administrative or reception-based role
• Experience working within a school or educational setting is desirable
• Arbor experience is highly desirable
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A professional, friendly and approachable manner
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately
• The ability to work effectively as part of a busy school office team
• A proactive attitude and the ability to adapt quickly

Why Work Through Tradewind?

• Above-market daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Liverpool's most recommended education agency, with over 700 5-star Google reviews
• Exclusive access to CPD and training via our partnership with The National College
• Support from a dedicated team of secondary consultants, with over 25 years' combined experience placing staff across the Liverpool City Region
• Strong relationships with schools across all boroughs, increasing your options and flexibility

If you have previous administration or reception experience and are available for the full two-week assignment, we would love to hear from you.