This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced school administrator to join a dedicated school office team, with the opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right person.
The successful applicant will be responsible for carrying out a range of general administrative duties, including signing visitors in and out of the school in line with safeguarding procedures, updating the school’s CRM system, managing attendance records and responding to general enquiries.
Previous experience working within a school environment is essential, alongside experience using Arbor. The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong IT and organisational skills, and the ability to build positive working relationships with staff, pupils and parents.
The expected salary range for the role is £16–£18 per hour, depending on experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Carrying out day-to-day school administration duties
Monitoring and maintaining accurate attendance records
Updating and maintaining student and pupil records
Using Arbor effectively and confidently
Providing administrative support across the school office
Presenting attendance and pupil data to senior leaders where required
Supporting safeguarding and visitor procedures
Signing visitors in and out in line with school safeguarding procedures
Responding to telephone calls, emails and general enquiries
Liaising professionally with staff, parents and external agencies
Maintaining a highly organised and efficient school office
Supporting the wider school team with administrative tasksThe Ideal Candidate Will:
Have previous experience working in a school environment
Have previous school administration or attendance experience
Have essential experience using Arbor
Be highly motivated, professional and forward-thinking
Have proficient IT and data management skills
Demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills
Be able to build positive working relationships with staff, pupils and parents
Have a good understanding of school attendance and safeguarding procedures
Be highly organised and able to work effectively as part of a busy school office teamWhat to Expect from Applicants:
We are looking for applicants who have previous experience working within a school administration role and are confident using Arbor.
Applicants must be available to work Tuesday to Thursday and be able to commit to the role on a long-term basis. There is an opportunity for the position to become permanent for the right candidate.
Why work with Smile Education?Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists with a proven track record of supporting both experienced education professionals and those beginning their careers.
We provide access to training and CPD opportunities and proudly work alongside a number of well-established schools and academy trusts across the local area. We are passionate about finding the right role for every candidate.
To be successful in your application, you should have experience in one or more of the following:
Previous school office administration experience
Previous experience working within a school environment
Attendance administration
Confident use of Arbor – essential
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Availability to work Tuesday to Thursday
Ability to commit to the role long term, with the potential to become permanentWe are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited List, Barred List, DBS and qualification checks.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications
Salary description
£16.00 - £18.00 per hour