School Office Administrator – Front Desk & Support

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Wigston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Water Leys Primary School is seeking a friendly and professional Office Administrator to support daily school operations and welcome pupils, families and staff.

The role focuses on front-of-house duties, attendance monitoring, admissions, meals coordination and communication across the school. You will handle confidential information with discretion and contribute to a safe, supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar administrative role.
• Able to work collaboratively with staff, pupils and families.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good literacy and numeracy.
• Positive, flexible attitude with professional approach.
• Willingness to take on new tasks.
• High accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and ensure safeguarding protocols are followed.
• Monitor pupil attendance and produce reports.
• Manage admission arrangements for new pupils.
• Book school meals and coordinate with kitchen and caterers.
• Maintain pupil medical plans and share with staff.
• Assist with organising parents’ evenings.
• Update internal pupil information.
• Distribute school reports and assessment results.
• Draft professional email responses consistent with school values.
• Update communications to parents, staff and other stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in admin

Collaborative teamwork

Organisation

Time management

Communication skills

Literacy and numeracy

Proactive attitude

Discretion and professionalism

Safeguarding awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water Leys Primary School is seeking a friendly and professional Office Administrator to support daily school operations and welcome pupils, families and staff.

The role focuses on front-of-house duties, attendance monitoring, admissions, meals coordination and communication across the school. You will handle confidential information with discretion and contribute to a safe, supportive learning environment.