School Administrator - short term

Tradewind Recruitment; Widnes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market daily pay rates

Weekly PAYE via Tradewind

CPD and training access via National/2

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a reliable School Administrator for a two-week temporary assignment at a secondary school in Widnes. You will provide reception and general admin support, welcome visitors, manage phones, data entry, and maintain records using Arbor MIS when required.

The ideal candidate has prior school admin or reception experience; Arbor experience is highly desirable but not essential. Strong communication, organization, confidentiality, and the ability to work in a busy

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 systemsUse 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

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 systemsUse 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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.