School Office Administrator

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A hiring agency is seeking a friendly and efficient School Office Administrator for a busy school in Lancaster. You will manage essential administrative duties and be the first point of contact for students and parents. Required qualifications include prior school office experience, proficiency with School Management Information Systems like SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom, and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay aligned with the NJC Support Staff Pay Scale.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a school office environment is essential.
• Strong experience with a School Management Information System (MIS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Email) is necessary.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the school office.
• Serve as the main point of contact for staff, students, and parents.
• Maintain accurate student records using the school's MIS.
• Assist the Headteacher and staff with general administrative tasks.
• Manage supplies and basic finance administration.

Skills

Experience in school office environment

Proficiency with School Management Information Systems

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

School Office Administrator - Lancaster

Full-Time Role | NJC Pay to Scale | Start Date: Monday 3rd November 2025

Are you an experienced, highly organised, and welcoming School Administrator ready to be the essential front‑of‑house professional in a busy Lancaster school office?

We are seeking a dedicated, full‑time professional to manage crucial administrative duties. This long‑term position offers competitive remuneration, paid directly to the recognised NJC Support Staff Pay Scale (e.g., potential starting salary around £24,796 - £26,824 FTE dependent on experience and grade).

The Role: The Heart of the School Office

You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and professional running of the school office, acting as the primary link between staff, students, and parents.

Front Office & Reception

Serve as the professional first point of contact, managing the main reception area, handling all telephone calls, and responding to emails and day‑to‑day enquiries.

Data Management

Maintain accurate student records, including attendance and admissions, using the school's Management Information System (MIS) such as SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom.

Administrative Support

Undertake word processing, filing, organising school trips/events, and assisting the Headteacher and staff with general administrative and clerical tasks.

Finance & Supplies

Manage supplies and resources, assist with ordering, and support basic finance administration like processing documentation and raising purchase orders.

Compliance

Ensure the confidentiality of all information and support the school's safeguarding procedures.

Essential Requirements

• Prior experience working in a school office environment is essential.
• Strong experience and proficiency with a School Management Information System (MIS), such as SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), highly organised, accurate, and capable of working calmly under pressure.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Email).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The Offer

• Pay: Paid directly to the NJC Support Staff Pay Scale.
• Contract: Full‑Time, Long‑Term Contract (with the potential to become permanent following a successful trial period).
• Start Date: Monday 3rd November 2025.
• Location: Lancaster, Lancashire.

If you are the organised, friendly, and efficient administrator we need, apply today! To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter detailing your school MIS experience to (url removed). This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.