At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a vibrant primary school team and manage essential administrative tasks.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Harrogate focused on community and communication.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible role with a focus on pupil wellbeing and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a dynamic work atmosphere.
- Qualifications: Previous administrative experience and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
Are you an experienced administrator who enjoys working with people and would like to become an important part of a primary school community? A welcoming Primary School in Harrogate is looking for a highly organised School Administrator to join its busy office team.
School Administrator Role
- Full-time, permanent position
- Harrogate
- As soon as possible start
- Working within the school's main office
- Supporting parents, pupils and staff
- Managing general school administration
- Maintaining accurate records and systems
- Paid to scale
The School Administrator will help ensure the school's administrative systems run efficiently each day. You will provide a professional and welcoming first point of contact for parents, visitors and other members of the school community. Your responsibilities will include answering telephone calls, responding to emails, dealing with enquiries and ensuring that information is passed to the appropriate person. You will need to be approachable and helpful while also understanding the importance of confidentiality.
The role will involve maintaining pupil records, updating databases, preparing correspondence and supporting the school's day-to-day administration. You will need to work accurately and ensure that deadlines are consistently met. You may also assist with attendance, admissions, trips, meetings and other school activities depending on the needs of the office. The successful candidate will therefore need to be flexible and willing to support different areas of school administration.
School Information
This Primary School in Harrogate provides a friendly and supportive environment in which children are encouraged to learn, grow and develop confidence. The school works closely with families and places strong importance on communication between home and school. The administrative office plays an important role in maintaining these relationships and ensuring parents receive timely and accurate information. The school is committed to high standards of education while also placing significant emphasis on pupil wellbeing and inclusion. Staff work collaboratively and understand the importance of providing a consistent and supportive experience for children.
The successful School Administrator will become part of a team that includes teachers, support staff, senior leaders and other administrative colleagues. You will need to communicate effectively with everyone you work with and be comfortable handling a varied workload. The school is particularly keen to appoint someone who takes pride in providing a professional service and who understands how important an efficient school office is to the wider running of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a welcoming first point of contact for parents, visitors and other members of the school community.
- Answer telephone calls and respond to enquiries.
- Monitor and respond to administrative emails.
- Maintain accurate pupil records.
- Update school databases and information systems.
- Prepare letters, forms and other correspondence.
- Maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
- Support attendance administration.
- Assist with admissions and pupil information.
- Communicate professionally with parents and carers.
- Support school meetings and appointments.
- Assist staff with administrative requests.
- Process incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Maintain confidentiality of pupil and staff information.
- Support trips, events and other school activities.
- Keep office records accurate and up to date.
- Assist with general office duties.
- Prioritise tasks according to urgency.
- Work collaboratively with the wider school team.
- Follow school policies and procedures.
Experience and Requirements
- Previous administrative experience.
- School office experience is desirable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong IT skills.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and databases.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to prioritise a varied workload.
- Friendly and professional manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff.
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Calm approach when dealing with busy periods.
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
Candidates with strong transferable administration experience are encouraged to apply, particularly those who can demonstrate excellent organisation, communication and customer-service skills.
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete all relevant DBS, safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.
School Administrator - Primary School - Harrogate employer: Marchant Recruitment
This welcoming Primary School in the London Borough of Sutton is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where staff are supported by strong leadership and collaborative relationships. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on creating a positive atmosphere for both employees and students, this role as Office Manager provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families while enjoying a fulfilling career in education.
