School Administrator

School Administrator - Alternative Provision - Part Time

Are you an organised, proactive and personable School Administrator looking for a rewarding part-time role in a supportive alternative provision setting?

Tradewind Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting for a School Administrator to work at an Alternative Provision in Swadlincote. This is a part-time position working 5 hours per day, 11:30am - 4:40pm, starting as soon as possible, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

This is a key administrative role within a small, close-knit school setting, so we are looking for someone who is flexible, adaptable and ready to fully immerse themselves in school life.

The Role:

Providing administrative support across the school
Managing reception duties, including answering calls and greeting visitors
Maintaining accurate pupil records and data systems
Supporting attendance monitoring and reporting
Assisting with general office tasks, including emails, filing and correspondence
Liaising with staff, parents and external agencies as required
Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school office
Getting fully involved in all aspects of school life as requiredWhat We're Looking For:

Previous experience working in a school office or administrative role (essential)
Strong organisational and time management skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
A warm, friendly and professional manner
The ability to remain calm under pressure and handle sensitive information confidentially
Knowledge of school MIS systems is a bonus
A flexible, adaptable and proactive approach
A genuine team player who is willing to "get stuck in" wherever needed
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)What You Can Expect:

A part-time, long-term opportunity
The potential to secure a permanent position
Support from a dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in a specialist setting
A welcoming, small-site team environment where collaboration is keyIf you are a committed and organised administrator who thrives in a team-focused environment and is looking to make a positive impact in an alternative provision setting, we would love to hear from you