At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage reception, support staff and students, and ensure smooth office operations.
- Company: Thriving school in Burnley with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Consistent hours, ongoing training, competitive salary, and community impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and potential permanent position.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team and make a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Previous admin experience, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
Location: Burnley
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Start Date: September 2026
We are seeking an organised, friendly and proactive School Administrator to join a thriving school in Burnley from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in providing outstanding support to staff, pupils, parents and visitors. As the first point of contact for the school, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the office while delivering a professional and welcoming service at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the school's reception area and welcoming visitors
- Answering and directing telephone calls and email enquiries
- Maintaining accurate pupil records and administrative systems
- Supporting attendance monitoring and reporting
- Processing admissions, student information and general correspondence
- Producing letters, reports and other documentation
- Assisting with safeguarding and compliance administration
- Liaising with parents, staff, external agencies and suppliers
- Supporting school events and activities when required
- General office administration and data entry duties
Required Experience and Skills
- Previous administration experience, ideally within a school or education setting
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- A professional, positive and approachable manner
- The ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Knowledge of school systems such as SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom is desirable but not essential
Benefits
- Full‑time hours with a consistent working pattern
- A supportive and friendly school environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- The opportunity to make a real difference within the local community
- Competitive salary and benefits package
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
