School Administrator - Primary Schools

School Administrator - Primary Schools

Locations: South Manchester and Trafford Start: ASAP Pay: GBP110 - GBP160 per day depending on experience Contract: Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available

Have you got great admin skills and fancy working in education?

We're looking for organised, professional and proactive School Administrators to support welcoming primary schools across South Manchester and Trafford.

As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors, you'll play a vital role in keeping the school running smoothly. Whether you're an experienced School Administrator, Receptionist or Office Manager, we'd love to hear from you.

School Administrator - responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the school office.
• Acting as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external agencies.
• Answering telephone calls, managing enquiries and responding to emails.
• Maintaining accurate pupil, staff and school records.
• Supporting attendance, admissions and general administrative processes.
• Providing administrative support to the senior leadership team and teaching staff.
• Handling confidential information professionally and in line with GDPR requirements.
• Using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor.

School Administrator - requirements

• Previous school administration or school reception experience is essential.
• Experience using SIMS, Arbor or other school management systems is highly desirable.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• A professional, approachable and customer-focused manner.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities within an educational setting.

School Administrator - how to apply

If you would like to be considered for School Administrator work, please send your updated CV to Michaela.

Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team