Temporary School Administrator - Billingham

Office Angels; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Eye-care vouchers

Training and development

Friendly environment

Job summary

Office Angels are seeking a highly organised School Administrator for a Billingham school on a temporary basis. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm, term-time only, with weekly pay. DBS is essential or applicants must be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS before starting.

The position offers a friendly environment and opportunities for professional development. You will handle front-of-house duties, telephone enquiries, and provide office support across departments while maintaining accurate

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, preferably in education settings.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid IT skills including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Flexible, professional attitude and able to work independently or in a team.
• DBS: Enhanced DBS Update Service or willingness to obtain before start.

Responsibilities

• Front of House: greet parents, staff and visitors professionally.
• Handle telephone enquiries and direct calls to appropriate departments.
• Provide essential administrative support across school offices.
• Maintain accurate records using internal databases and systems.
• Assist with reception duties and ensure a positive visitor experience.
• Prioritise a varied workload with high accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Administration experience

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Independent working

Teamwork

Job description

Temporary School Administrator - Billingham

Are you a highly organised and motivated administrator eager to make a difference in education? We are currently recruiting for a School Administrator to join a friendly and fast-paced school in Billingham on an ongoing temporary basis.

Position Details:

• Job Title: School Administrator
• Location: Billingham sites
• Contract Type: Temporary until October half term, with the potential to extend on an ongoing basis
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay Rate: £13.00 - 14.00 per hour (depending on experience)
• Hours: Full-time: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm.
• Term Time Only

An Enhanced DBS certificate is essential for this role and must either be current on the DBS Update Service or candidates must be willing to undergo a new Enhanced DBS check prior to commencement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Front of House: Greeting parents, staff, and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Telephone Management: Handling incoming calls, responding to enquiries, and directing calls to the appropriate departments.
• Administrative Support: Providing vital administrative assistance across various departments within the school.
• Record Maintenance: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records using internal systems and databases.
• Reception Duties: Managing reception duties and ensuring a positive experience for all visitors.
• Organisation & Prioritisation: Managing a varied workload while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous administration experience, ideally within a school or educational setting.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A professional, flexible, and positive approach to work.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A current Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Weekly pay throughout your temporary assignment.
• 28 days annual leave accrued (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Access to eye-care vouchers and high street discount schemes.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.

If you are eager to support a busy school environment and have the skills and experience, we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.

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