School Front Office & Admin Officer (Flexible Hours)

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Training & development

Supportive team

Job summary

St John’s Primary School is seeking an exceptionally organised, proactive Admin Officer to join our front-office team. You will be the heartbeat of the school office and the first point of contact for families, visitors and professionals.

Working with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you will oversee administrative operations, communications and finances with warmth, discretion and a strong customer-focus. Experience in schools is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organisation and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a calm, friendly manner.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate work.
• Confident with IT and school administration systems.
• Confidentiality, data protection and safeguarding awareness.
• Experience in a school environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for families, external professionals and visitors.
• Ensure admin operations, communications, finances and daily routines run smoothly with warmth.
• Support the Headteacher and School Business Manager in day‑to‑day tasks.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and culture of the school.

Skills

Organised

Communication

IT proficiency

Financial literacy

Discretion

Tools

School admin software

Job description

St John’s Primary School is seeking an exceptionally organised, proactive Admin Officer to join our front-office team. You will be the heartbeat of the school office and the first point of contact for families, visitors and professionals.

Working with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you will oversee administrative operations, communications and finances with warmth, discretion and a strong customer-focus. Experience in schools is advantageous.