SIMS-Savvy School Administrator (Immediate Start)

Confidential; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Newham, East London, is seeking an experienced School Administrator to join a welcoming secondary school. The role requires strong organisation, reliability and a solid knowledge of SIMS to support daily school administration.

The ideal candidate will manage student records, attendance and communications, while providing essential support to staff and pupils in a busy school office. Immediate start and long-term opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a School Administrator or in a similar administrative role within a school.
• Essential: Previous experience using SIMS.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and school management systems.
• Able to work effectively in a busy school office environment.
• Professional, approachable and able to use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative support to the school office.
• Using SIMS to maintain and update student records and school information.
• Managing student attendance records and following up on absences.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to email enquiries.
• Welcoming visitors, parents and pupils to the school.
• Supporting with pupil admissions, transfers and general student administration.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring data is kept up to date.
• Assisting with day-to-day office duties and supporting the smooth running of the school.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

SIMS

Microsoft Office

School management systems

Job description

Confidential in Newham, East London, is seeking an experienced School Administrator to join a welcoming secondary school. The role requires strong organisation, reliability and a solid knowledge of SIMS to support daily school administration.

The ideal candidate will manage student records, attendance and communications, while providing essential support to staff and pupils in a busy school office. Immediate start and long-term opportunities are available.