School Office Administrator — Admissions & Events

Shorefields; Tendring; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Hamford is seeking an organised admin assistant to join our school team, helping keep daily operations running smoothly. You will manage communications with parents and staff, maintain records, coordinate events and provide friendly reception support.

This role offers a chance to contribute to excellent education for every child, with opportunities to develop IT and administrative skills within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English (grade 4) or equivalent.
• Good IT and administrative skills, with the ability to use general office equipment.
• Background in a customer-facing role with a professional and friendly manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to stay organised, manage time well, and adapt to a changing workplace.

Responsibilities

• Create and share internal and external communications, including newsletters and announcements, and respond to email enquiries promptly.
• Maintain and update administrative systems, including student and staff records, and compile data for reports.
• Manage office supplies and educational resources, ensuring we always have what we need.
• Support school admissions by processing applications, maintaining enrolment records, and helping with enquiries and appeals.
• Coordinate meetings and events such as school trips and parents' evenings.
• Provide professional reception support, greeting visitors warmly and managing telephone and in-person enquiries.

Skills

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

IT Skills

Administrative Skills

Customer-facing

Interpersonal Skills

Safeguarding

Job description

Lift Hamford is seeking an organised admin assistant to join our school team, helping keep daily operations running smoothly. You will manage communications with parents and staff, maintain records, coordinate events and provide friendly reception support.

This role offers a chance to contribute to excellent education for every child, with opportunities to develop IT and administrative skills within a supportive school community.