School Administration Manager
Location: North London
Full-Time Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: ASAP
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist independent SEN school in North London seeking an experienced and highly organised School Administration Manager to oversee its administration and business support functions.
The school supports children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and additional needs, providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and confident manager who enjoys leading teams, improving systems and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a busy educational setting.
The Role:
As the School Administration Manager, you will work closely with the senior leadership team to oversee administrative operations, manage office staff and ensure that school systems and processes run efficiently.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading, managing and developing the school administration team
- Overseeing HR administration, recruitment, onboarding and safer recruitment documentation
- Supporting finance administration, admissions and SENDCo processes
- Managing staff absence records, attendance, probation and appraisal administration
- Coordinating agency staffing arrangements, including timesheets and attendance records
- Overseeing the school's Management Information System (MIS), ensuring accurate pupil data and reporting
- Supporting pupil attendance, assessment administration and record keeping
- Ensuring administrative procedures and compliance requirements are consistently met
- Working collaboratively with school leaders and other departments
- Reviewing and improving administrative processes and digital systems
- Ensuring operational tasks and deadlines are completed accurately and efficiently
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have significant experience in office management, administration or operations management
- Have proven experience managing staff, delegating responsibilities and monitoring performanceBe highly organised and confident managing multiple priorities
- Have experience overseeing HR administration and recruitment processes
- Be confident using databases, spreadsheets and management information systems
- Have excellent attention to detail and an understanding of compliance procedures
- Be proactive, solution-focused and confident making operational decisions
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be able to work independently and collaboratively with senior leadership
Desirable Experience:
- Previous experience working within a school or educational setting
- Experience using Arbor or a similar school management information system
- Knowledge of school admissions, attendance and statutory reporting
- Experience supporting safeguarding compliance, audits or inspections
- Understanding of SEN, autism and neurodiversity
Previous school experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Applications from experienced administration and operations managers in other sectors are also welcomed.
What the School Offers:
- Potential to work from home during school closure periods, subject to operational requirements
- Opportunities for professional development and progression
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manager looking to take ownership of school administration and operations within a rewarding specialist education setting.
The successful candidate will be required to work across multiple North London sites during term time.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%
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School Administration Manager in City of London employer: Reeson Education
Reeson Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for Business Studies Teachers in the vibrant community of South West London. With a commitment to professional development and a strong focus on safeguarding, employees benefit from excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to work in a highly regarded All-Girls Academy that has received multiple accolades for its educational excellence. Join a team that values integrity and excellence, and be part of a network that prioritises meaningful contributions to education.
