School Office Administrator — Front Desk & Admin Support

Marchant Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Private healthcare

Cycle to Work

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment seeks a proactive School Office Administrator for a welcoming junior school in Southampton. You will provide professional admin support to staff, pupils and parents, and act as the first point of contact to help keep records and communications running smoothly.

The role is permanent, 8:30am to 4:00pm, on-site in Southampton, with opportunities for professional development and safeguarding-focused pupil welfare. A collaborative team environment supports growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• Strong IT skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to staff, parents and visitors.
• Maintaining accurate records, systems and databases.
• Managing communications with parents, staff and external agencies.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
• Using a range of IT systems confidently and accurately.
• Ensuring confidentiality, professionalism and excellent customer service at all times.
• Supporting safeguarding procedures and promoting pupil welfare.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

IT skills

Prioritisation

Proactive attitude

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Marchant Recruitment seeks a proactive School Office Administrator for a welcoming junior school in Southampton. You will provide professional admin support to staff, pupils and parents, and act as the first point of contact to help keep records and communications running smoothly.

The role is permanent, 8:30am to 4:00pm, on-site in Southampton, with opportunities for professional development and safeguarding-focused pupil welfare. A collaborative team environment supports growth and learning.