School Office Administrator - Front Desk & Admin Support

Shaftesbury School; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Shaftesbury School is seeking a highly organised School Administrator to join our busy school office. You will provide front-of-house reception and administrative support, coordinate key processes, and contribute to delivering a welcoming experience for all visitors.

The role also involves managing the school office email inbox and telephone enquiries, providing administrative support to Heads of Year and the Pastoral Team, and maintaining accurate records, including the school MIS.

Qualifications

• Holds an NVQ Level 2 in Administration (or equivalent experience).
• Has GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above).
• Has strong IT skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and administrative systems.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with staff, students, parents and visitors.
• Is highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Can maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-of-house reception support, acting as a first point of contact for visitors, students, and parents.
• Manage the school office email inbox and telephone enquiries
• Provide administrative support to Heads of Year and the Pastoral Team
• Maintain accurate manual and electronic records, including the school MIS.

Skills

Reception

Communication

Organisation

Confidentiality

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Administration

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Administrative systems

Job description

Shaftesbury School is seeking a highly organised School Administrator to join our busy school office. You will provide front-of-house reception and administrative support, coordinate key processes, and contribute to delivering a welcoming experience for all visitors.

The role also involves managing the school office email inbox and telephone enquiries, providing administrative support to Heads of Year and the Pastoral Team, and maintaining accurate records, including the school MIS.