School Administrator & Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Croydon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a School Administrator & Teaching Assistant in Croydon. This role combines essential administrative duties with classroom support, requiring strong organizational skills and a passion for education. Join a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Collaborative work culture

Ongoing support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Previous experience in school administration preferred.
• Experience as a teaching assistant is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage student records and confidential information.
• Support classroom teachers in lesson preparation.
• Assist students with their academic work.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualifications in education

First Aid certification

Job description

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School Administrator & Teaching Assistant, Croydon

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Croydon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

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Job Description:

About Protocol Education:
Protocol Education is a leading recruitment agency specialising in education. We work with a wide range of schools and educational institutions to provide high-quality staffing solutions. We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and efficient individual for the role of School Administrator & Teaching Assistant at a prestigious school in Croydon. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to both the administrative and educational functions of a thriving school environment.

As part of your journey with Protocol Education, you will be supported by an experienced Consultant with over 10 years of expertise in the education sector. Your Consultant will guide you through the application process and provide ongoing support throughout your assignment.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate will be responsible for handling essential administrative duties while also providing support to teaching staff. This role requires an individual who is highly organized, adaptable, and able to efficiently balance both administrative tasks and classroom support in a dynamic educational setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain student records and confidential information, ensuring compliance with school policies.

Serve as the point of contact for staff, students, and parents, handling inquiries and communications in a professional and timely manner.

Coordinate school schedules, meetings, events, and appointments.

Provide general administrative support including managing correspondence, answering calls, and assisting with documentation.

Monitor school supplies and ensure timely ordering and distribution of materials.

Assist in ensuring compliance with institutional policies and administrative procedures.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

Support classroom teachers in lesson preparation, organization, and delivery of educational activities.

Assist students with their academic work, offering one-on-one or small group support as required.

Prepare teaching materials and distribute resources as directed by the classroom teacher.

Supervise students during lessons, break times, and extracurricular activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Offer additional support for students with special educational needs (SEN), adapting learning strategies and resources as necessary.

Promote an inclusive, engaging, and positive classroom environment.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Previous experience in school administration or a similar administrative role is preferred.

Experience as a teaching assistant or in an educational support role is advantageous.

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proactive, adaptable, and a team-oriented approach to work.

Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.

A passion for contributing to the academic and personal growth of students.

Desirable Qualifications:

Relevant qualifications in education, administration, or a related field.

First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Experience in supporting students with SEN is a plus.

Why Join Protocol Education:

A chance to work within a supportive and professional environment.

Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.

Make a meaningful contribution to a student’s academic success and well-being.

A collaborative and inclusive work culture.

Ongoing support and guidance from an experienced Consultant with over 10 years of industry expertise.

If you are passionate about education and possess the skills and experience necessary to excel in this dual role, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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