School Administrator

Arco Academy is an independent co-educational day secondary school in Camberwell, London, specialising in sports. We provide tailored education for students referred by mainstream schools and the Local Authority, with a strong focus on pastoral care and holistic development.

We are currently seeking a dedicated School Administrator to join our team. This role is vital in providing an efficient, welcoming, and professional service of high-quality administrative support across the school. The role will ensure smooth daily operations, accurate data management, and effective coordination of events, communication, and compliance processes.

Position: School Administrator
Location: United Kingdom
Education Stage: Secondary

Qualifications: Level 4 qualification or above

Minimum Experience: 2 years

Role Overview

Arco Academy is seeking a strong, highly organised, and experienced School Administrator to support the school’s daily operations and uphold our commitment to educational excellence. This is a key role requiring a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a high-demand, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be an efficient problem solver, a quick learner, and able to work well under pressure.

As a School Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing school systems, supporting staff and students, and ensuring the smooth daily running of the school. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team where your contributions will make a real impact.

We are looking for a School Administrator to join our school from 1st December 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day administration of the school office, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

• Manage and maintain school records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with DfE regulations.

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), teachers, and other school staff.

• Manage the school’s information management system (Bromcom), ensuring data is up to date and accurate.

• Handle admissions, attendance records, and student files in line with safeguarding and GDPR guidelines.

• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, students, and external stakeholders, fostering positive relationships.

• Support the organisation of school events, trips, and extracurricular activities.

• Assist in HR administration, including recruitment, staff absence monitoring, and maintaining personnel records.

• Manage financial administration, including processing invoices, ordering supplies, and budget tracking.

• Maintain a well-organised office environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Act as the first point of contact for visitors, ensuring a professional and welcoming reception service.

• Provide first aid support and oversee pupil medication administration in line with school policies and safety procedures.

• Manage the school’s access control systems, including issuing and maintaining key fobs, access codes, and administering the InVentry visitor management system.

• Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day technical issues, troubleshooting basic faults (e.g., printer jams, equipment malfunctions) and coordinating with external IT providers by raising and tracking support tickets.

• Manage the onboarding setup for new staff, including preparing laminated ID cards, issuing uniforms, and configuring laptops and essential equipment.

• Manage employee milestone processes, including coordinating birthday and work anniversary acknowledgements, arranging cards, and organising appropriate gifts in line with company guidelines.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Skills and Experience

• A good standard of education to at least A levels or equivalent, including GCSE grade C in English and Mathematics.

• At least two years of experience in a school-based office role.

• Proficiency in Bromcom or a similar school management information system.

• Strong ICT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases).

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.

• Ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

• Highly organised with excellent time management and multitasking skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Proactive, adaptable, and willing to take on new challenges.

• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and equal opportunities.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Educated to degree level.

• Current First Aid certificate.

• Knowledge of Keeping Children Safe in Education, Safeguarding, and GDPR compliance.

• Familiarity with InVentry visitor management systems.

• Experience in HR administration and school finance.

• Hold an up-to-date, fully enhanced DBS (must be obtained before the role commences).

Why Join Arco Academy?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant, fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact the future of the school and its students. If you are a highly organised professional who thrives in a demanding role and is passionate about supporting a dynamic school community, we encourage you to apply.

At Arco Academy, we are committed to providing a high-quality education that unleashes the potential of every student through a creative, personalised and bespoke curriculum tailored to their individual needs, interests and aspirations.

We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to learn, achieve and succeed to their fullest potential. We work diligently to understand and meet each student's learning needs, providing the support, encouragement and opportunities they need to thrive.

Our holistic approach extends beyond academic achievement. Through sport, the development of essential life skills and the nurturing of positive relationships, we empower our students to build confidence, develop resilience and become active, valued members of the school and wider community.

We believe all staff members play a vital role in the lives of our students. Therefore, we take a proactive approach to the development and well-being of all Arco staff. We are committed to investing in all staff through CPD, internal support, and well-being initiatives.

We pride ourselves on appreciating, promoting, and celebrating the diversity and individuality of all students, staff, and partners.

Arco Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS and other necessary checks.

For further information regarding Arco Academy policies, visit https://www.arco.academy/Policies/. Please ensure you have read the Safeguarding (Child Protection) Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

The school reserves the right to close this advert early and appoint before the stated closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

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