Location: Ealing and surrounding areas
Salary: £15 – £18 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: May 2026
Hours: 8:00am- 16:00pm
Settings: Primary, Secondary & SEN Schools
Agency: Complete Classroom Services
About the role
Are you a highly experienced Senior Administrative Professional with a strong background in school environments?
Complete Classroom Services is seeking accomplished Senior Administrative Assistants to provide high-level operational and administrative support within busy school offices across Ealing and surrounding areas. This role is ideal for candidates who can take ownership of administrative functions, support leadership teams, and ensure the smooth running of school operations.
Immediate start opportunities are available across short-term and long-term placements.
Core Responsibilities (Senior-Level Focus)
* Lead and manage day-to-day administrative operations within the school office
* Act as a key point of contact for Senior Leadership Teams, providing strategic administrative support
* Oversee front-of-house operations, ensuring a professional and efficient reception service
* Take responsibility for the management and accuracy of student data systems (SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom)
* Coordinate internal communications, ensuring effective information flow across departments
* Monitor attendance data, produce reports, and support interventions where required
* Manage school calendars, meetings, and large-scale events, ensuring smooth coordination
* Ensure full compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and school policies
Advanced Duties:
* Supervise, mentor, and support junior administrative staff
* Lead on admissions processes, including data accuracy and compliance checks
* Prepare detailed reports, correspondence, and documentation for senior leaders and external bodies
* Support HR administration, including recruitment coordination, onboarding, and staff record management
* Assist with audit and inspection preparation (e.g. Ofsted readiness)
* Maintain and improve administrative systems and processes to increase efficiency
* Liaise confidently with external agencies, local authorities, and parents
* Manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
Candidate Requirements:
* Extensive experience in a senior administrative role within a school setting (essential)
* Strong expertise in school MIS systems (SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom)
* Proven ability to manage administrative functions and support leadership teams
* Excellent organisational, leadership, and multitasking skills
* High level of IT proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work independently and make informed decisions
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join Complete Classroom Services?
* Opportunities to work in a variety of school settings
* Competitive pay rates (£15–£18 per hour)
* Flexible roles to suit your availability
* Ongoing support from experienced consultants
* Immediate start opportunities available
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Salary description
£15.00 - £18.00 per hour