Temporary School Administrator - Durham - Immediate Start

Office Angels; North Carolina; On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

28 days holiday incl bank holidays

Pension scheme

Eye-care vouchers

High-street discounts

Professional development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Office Angels in Durham is seeking a Temporary School Administrator to support a busy school environment. Immediate start, full-time hours 8:30am–3:30pm, with a four-week contract and potential extension. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, manage calls and provide essential administrative support to keep school operations smooth.

DBS checks and compliance will be completed before start. Immediate availability is preferred due to urgent start date.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, preferably in a school or educational setting.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient IT skills including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Front of House: greet parents, staff and visitors professionally.
• Telephone management: handle calls, inquiries and route to departments.
• Administrative support across school departments.
• Record maintenance using internal systems and databases.
• Reception duties and ensuring a positive visitor experience.
• Organise and prioritise a varied workload with accuracy.

Skills

Administration

Organisation

Communication

IT Skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Temporary School Administrator | Durham | Immediate Start

Are you a highly organised individual with strong administrative skills and a passion for supporting education? Our client is looking for a Temporary Ongoing School Administrator to become part of their friendly and supportive team based in Sacriston, Durham.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the school. Acting as a key point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, you will deliver a professional, efficient, and welcoming service in a fast-paced school environment.

Position Details:

Job Title: School Administrator

Start Date: Immediate start

Pay Rate: £13.50 - £14 per hour, depending on experience

Contract Type: Temporary for 4 weeks, with potential of extension.

Location: Sacriston, Durham

Working Pattern: Full Time, 8:30am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday

Term Time Only working pattern.

A DBS check and stringent compliance checks will be completed prior to the role commencing. Candidates with a current DBS registered on the Update Service are encouraged to apply.

We are particularly interested in candidates who are available immediately due to the urgent start date required.

Key Responsibilities:

As the School Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and students. Working in a busy and fast-paced environment, you will provide essential administrative support to help ensure the smooth running of the school.

Your responsibilities will include:

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.

Why Join Us?

• Weekly Pay: Enjoy weekly pay throughout your temporary contract.
• Annual Leave: Accrue 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: Benefit from a pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Additional Perks: Access to eye-care vouchers and high-street discount schemes.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and professional growth.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and friendly atmosphere

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

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

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