Senior School Office Administrator – Calm, Efficient Help

West Monkton Church of England School; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 20,029 - 24,480; Full time

Job summary

West Monkton C of E Primary School is seeking a Senior Office Administrator to join our busy school office. You’ll be the calm, organising presence at the front desk, liaising with parents, staff and external agencies, and helping keep our records accurate.

The successful candidate will have strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Microsoft 365), excellent verbal and written communication, and the discretion to handle confidential information.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or busy office is desirable but not essential.
• Strong IT skills with confidence in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Calm, approachable and able to work under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting well‑being of children.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with parents, staff, visitors and external agencies.
• Manage front desk duties and maintain accurate records.
• Prioritise and organise to keep the school running smoothly.
• Work closely with colleagues to support a collaborative culture.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Discretion

IT Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

West Monkton C of E Primary School is seeking a Senior Office Administrator to join our busy school office. You’ll be the calm, organising presence at the front desk, liaising with parents, staff and external agencies, and helping keep our records accurate.

The successful candidate will have strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Microsoft 365), excellent verbal and written communication, and the discretion to handle confidential information.