At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our school office team and manage data efficiently while supporting our vibrant community.
- Company: A dedicated school focused on raising achievement and nurturing potential.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only position, and opportunities for personal development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while thriving in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Excellent ICT skills and experience with data management systems preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25989 - 27254 £ per year.
This is a full time (term time only) position commencing 1st September 2026.
We are looking for a friendly, reliable and efficient Administrator who is flexible, calm, motivated and thrives in a collaborative working environment to join our busy school office team. You will need to demonstrate excellent ICT skills, be able to input data into the school financial system following finance procedures, as well as keeping our pupil database SIMS up to date. Experience of using information management systems (SIMS) or Xero would be beneficial.
The successful candidate will join a school of highly committed, professional and caring staff who are dedicated to raising achievement and providing aspirational role models for all of our children.
We are looking for a candidate who:
- Is confident in dealing with a wide range of people, including parents, children and visitors
- Has excellent ICT skills and is able to securely manage data
- Is able to follow finance procedures
- Is well organised, able to use their own initiative with a good sense of humour
- Thrives on being busy and enjoys the challenges of working in a fast pace environment
- Supports the inclusive ethos of the school and believes that every child should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential
- Is committed to their own personal and professional development
Safeguarding and DBS: Acorn is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and we expect everyone to share this commitment. The School is legally obligated to process an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before making appointments to relevant posts. The DBS check will reveal both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings, and any other information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role. Any information that is “protected” under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 will not appear on a DBS certificate. For posts in regulated activity, the DBS check will include a barred list check. It is an offence to seek employment in regulated activity if you are on a barred list.
Administrator employer: Acorn Free School
Join our vibrant school community as an Administrator, where you will be part of a dedicated team committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students. We offer a collaborative work culture that values personal and professional growth, alongside competitive pay and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. With a focus on safeguarding and development, this role provides a rewarding experience in a fast-paced educational setting.
