Secondary School Office Administrator

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd., a leading education recruitment agency, is seeking a proactive Secondary School Office Administrator for a temporary role in Halifax. This position offers daily pay ranging from £90 to £110, requiring strong administrative skills and prior experience in an educational setting. The role includes providing support to staff, maintaining pupil records, and assisting with school communications. Join a supportive environment that values administration in education.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Flexibility to suit your lifestyle

Ongoing CPD and support

Opportunity to work in welcoming schools

Qualifications

• Experience in a school office is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ideally SIMS.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to staff and manage pupil records.
• Handle calls, emails, and greet visitors.
• Assist with attendance monitoring and school communications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Experience in a school office or educational setting

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

SIMS (School Information Management System)

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.