School Operations Coordinator — Training Included

Marchant Recruitment; Harrow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training on internal digital systems

Structured administrative team

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a School Administrator for a thriving 11–18 Outstanding secondary school in Harrow. You will support staff, students, and parents, ensuring smooth daily operations and efficient office management.

Key tasks include managing enquiries, maintaining student records, coordinating meetings, and producing communications for senior leaders. A structured, professional approach and commitment to safeguarding are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional, approachable, and personable manner.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and external agencies
• Manage telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries professionally
• Maintain accurate student records on the school MIS (Arbor/SIMS)
• Support attendance processes and safeguarding documentation
• Coordinate meetings, room bookings, and SLT diaries
• Produce reports, letters, and communications on behalf of senior leaders
• Assist with admissions paperwork and transition documentation
• Support school events, open evenings, and parents’ evenings
• Maintain filing systems and ensure GDPR compliance
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Professional conduct

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a School Administrator for a thriving 11–18 Outstanding secondary school in Harrow. You will support staff, students, and parents, ensuring smooth daily operations and efficient office management.

Key tasks include managing enquiries, maintaining student records, coordinating meetings, and producing communications for senior leaders. A structured, professional approach and commitment to safeguarding are essential.