Secondary School Office Administrator

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Job summary

A leading education supply agency seeks a Secondary School Office Administrator to support a busy school office in Halifax. The role requires organizational skills and experience in a school setting, providing vital admin support while managing communication and records efficiently.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Flexibility to suit your lifestyle

Access to ongoing CPD

Support from education recruitment specialists

Qualifications

• Experience in a school office or educational setting is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A valid enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to senior leadership and teachers.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records using SIMS or similar systems.
• Managing and updating school databases and filing systems.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIMS

Job description

Job Title: Secondary School Office Administrator
Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire
Company: Academics Ltd - Education Recruitment Specialists
Job Type: Temporary/Long-term Supply
Start Date: Immediate / September 2025
Salary: 90 - 110 per day (depending on experience)

Are you an organised and efficient administrator with experience working in a school setting? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

Academics, a leading education supply agency, is currently seeking a Secondary School Office Administrator to join one of our partner schools in Halifax. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, personable, and detail-oriented individual looking to support the smooth day-to-day running of a busy secondary school office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing administrative support to senior leadership, teachers, and support staff
• Answering and directing calls, responding to emails, and greeting visitors
• Maintaining accurate pupil records using SIMS or similar school management systems
• Assisting with attendance monitoring and reporting
• Supporting with school communications, letters, newsletters, and notices
• Managing and updating school databases and filing systems
• Coordinating with external agencies and suppliers where required

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a school office or educational setting is essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with SIMS (School Information Management System) is highly desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask
• A valid enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one through Academics)

Why Join Academics?

• Competitive daily pay
• Flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• Access to ongoing CPD and support from education recruitment specialists
• Opportunity to work in a variety of supportive and welcoming school environments

If you are passionate about education and skilled in administration, we would love to hear from you.

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• £27,711 per annum (plus London weighting if applicable) + benefits