School Administrator - Temporary Ongoing - Gateshead

Office Angels; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Annual leave 28 days

Pension scheme

Eye-care vouchers

High-street discount schemes

Professional development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Office Angels is recruiting a School Administrator in Gateshead for a temporary, ongoing assignment starting September 2026. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, term time only, with a pay rate of £13.00–£14.00 per hour depending on experience.

The position requires DBS checks and a strong foundation in administrative duties within a school setting. You will be the first point of contact for parents and staff, manage calls, and provide essential admin support across departments.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience, ideally in an educational or school setting.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• First Point of Contact: greet parents, staff and visitors with warm, exceptional service.
• Telephone Management: handle calls efficiently and relay messages promptly.
• Administrative Support: assist across departments to keep the school running smoothly.
• Record Maintenance: keep accurate records using internal systems and ensure easy access.
• Reception Duties: cover reception and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Prioritisation and Accuracy: manage varied workload with high attention to detail.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

School Administrator - Temporary Ongoing - Gateshead

Are you an organised and proactive administrator ready to make a positive impact in the education sector? We are excited to invite applications for a Temporary School Administrator position to support a well-established school in Gateshead.

Position Details

• Job Title: School Administrator
• Start Date: September 2026
• Pay Rate: £13.00 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience
• Contract Type: Temporary
• Location: Gateshead
• Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time only

Key Responsibilities

As the School Administrator, you will be the friendly face and voice of our school. Your role will include:

• First Point of Contact: Greet parents, staff, and visitors warmly, providing exceptional customer service and support.
• Telephone Management: Efficiently handle incoming calls, ensuring inquiries are addressed and messages are relayed promptly.
• Administrative Support: Provide essential assistance across various departments, helping to keep the school running smoothly.
• Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using our internal systems, ensuring information is readily accessible.
• Reception Duties: Cover reception as needed, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for everyone who enters.
• Prioritisation and Accuracy: Manage a varied workload while maintaining high attention to detail and accuracy.

A DBS and stringent compliance checks will be conducted before the role begins. If you already hold a DBS Check on the current Update Service, that's a plus!

What We're Looking For

• Previous administration experience, ideally within an educational setting.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
• A positive, professional, and flexible approach to work.

Why Join Us

• Weekly Pay: Enjoy weekly pay throughout your temporary contract.
• Annual Leave: Accrue 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: Benefit from a pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Additional Perks: Access to eye-care vouchers and high‑street discount schemes.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and professional growth.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and friendly atmosphere.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist.

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