School Administrator

Administrator Academic Access & Achievement (AAA) - Petworth, West Sussex
Part time 20 hours per week (over five days), term time only
Our client is an HMC co-educational boarding and day school that nurtures academic excellence, sporting success and creative talent. The 400-acre campus on the edge of the South Downs is an area of outstanding beauty.
They are seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrator to support the Academic Access & Achievement department. The role involves providing comprehensive administrative, data management and communication support, including managing SEND data, coordinating meetings, supporting exam access arrangements, and liaising with staff, students and parents.
This is a varied role requiring excellent organisational, communication and IT skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience with Office 365 and administrative systems is essential; school/SEND experience is desirable.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
•Strong communication skills both written and verbal
•Good organisational skills
•Experience using Office 365 and databases, filing and office skills
•Ability to prioritise workload and understand when to escalate issues
•Excellent timekeeping skills
•Works well independently and as part of the team
•Conscientious with a positive attitude
DESIRED CRITERIA
•Understanding of Working in a school
•Understanding of needs of SEND pupils
•Experience of using an MIS in a school environment
Closing Date: 3 June 2026 with interviews to be held shortly thereafter
Disclosure and Barring Service & Enhanced Checks
NB: This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the DBS as part of our client’s pre-employment checks. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks, prohibition, media and other checks and references to our satisfaction.
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