Senior School Administration & Operations Lead

Aspris; Frome; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward and discount scheme

Blue Light discount card

Comprehensive induction

Training and career progression

Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Fromefield Manor School in Frome is recruiting a full-time Senior Administrator to lead our administration operations and line-manage the current team of two.

You will oversee payroll, finance, HR, referrals, transport and fleet coordination with support from the Headteacher and Regional Business Manager, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

We offer a supportive working environment, effective induction and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading administrative teams and ensuring high standards.
• Strong payroll, finance and HR coordination experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Line manage the administration team (2) to ensure tasks are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Oversee payroll, invoices and basic accounting in line with procedures.
• Coordinate HR processes, recruitment checks and staff records.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders including site staff and central services.
• Support recruitment by handling pre-employment checks and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate referrals, admissions, transport and fleet as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Payroll experience

Finance management

HR coordination

Microsoft Excel

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fromefield Manor School in Frome is recruiting a full-time Senior Administrator to lead our administration operations and line-manage the current team of two.

You will oversee payroll, finance, HR, referrals, transport and fleet coordination with support from the Headteacher and Regional Business Manager, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

We offer a supportive working environment, effective induction and opportunities for professional development.