At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome visitors, manage enquiries, and support school administration.
- Company: A vibrant primary school in Hackney with a friendly atmosphere.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, professional development, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of pupils and families every day.
- Qualifications: Organised, detail-oriented, and confident with Microsoft Office.
The predicted salary is between 24732 - 30228 £ per year.
We're looking for a friendly, organised, and proactive School Administrator to become an integral part of a welcoming primary school in Hackney. If you enjoy working in a busy environment, thrive on keeping things organised, and take pride in providing excellent support to pupils, parents, and staff, we'd love to hear from you.
As the first point of contact for many visitors and families, you'll play a key role in ensuring the school runs smoothly each day. No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and making a positive impact.
What You'll Be Doing
- Welcoming visitors, parents, pupils, and contractors while maintaining a professional and friendly reception.
- Managing incoming telephone calls, emails, and general enquiries, ensuring they are handled efficiently.
- Supporting attendance administration, pupil records, admissions, and general school data.
- Using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor to maintain accurate records.
- Preparing letters, reports, and school communications using Microsoft Office.
- Assisting with school events, trips, meetings, and diary management.
- Supporting safeguarding procedures, including visitor sign-in and maintaining accurate records.
- Providing general administrative support including filing, scanning, photocopying, and document management.
- Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
About You
- Warm, approachable, and enjoys working with children, families, and colleagues.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to prioritise tasks and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor.
- A strong communicator with excellent customer service skills.
- Professional, reliable, and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
- A team player who is happy to support wherever needed.
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience working in a school or educational setting.
- Knowledge of school attendance, admissions, or safeguarding administration.
- Experience using SIMS, Arbor, or other Management Information Systems.
Why Join This School?
- A friendly and inclusive working environment.
- Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture.
- The opportunity to make a real difference to pupils, families, and the wider school community.
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Apply Today
If you're an organised and enthusiastic administrator looking for your next opportunity in a vibrant primary school in Hackney, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today and take the next step in your career.
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