Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting for an experienced and organised School Administrator to join a busy and welcoming Secondary School in the Burnley area.
This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm, starting in September 2026. The role is ongoing and offers an excellent opportunity to become a valued member of the school's administration team.
Position Details:
Job Title: School Administrator
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Ongoing
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Rate of Pay: £12.71 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
About the Role:
* Provide efficient administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
* Act as the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors, delivering a professional and welcoming service.
* Manage pupil records, attendance and admissions using the school's management information systems.
* Maintain accurate records and process confidential information in accordance with GDPR and school policies.
* Support senior leaders and teaching staff with general administration, correspondence and document preparation.
* Answer telephone and email enquiries promptly and professionally.
* Assist with safeguarding administration, including maintaining accurate records where required.
* Carry out general office duties including filing, photocopying, scanning, data entry and ordering office supplies.
* Support the organisation of meetings, school events and examinations where required.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
* Have previous experience working within a secondary school office or similar educational environment.
* Have essential experience using Arbor, SIMS and Class Charts.
* Be confident using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Have excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills.
* Be able to prioritise a varied workload and work effectively in a busy school environment.
* Have a good understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and GDPR.
* Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
* Provide details of two recent references covering the last five years of employment.
* Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one as part of the registration process.
* Be willing to complete a face-to-face registration and satisfy all compliance checks.
Why Work with Rotherwood Education?
* Competitive hourly pay.
* Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists.
* Ongoing support throughout your placement.
* Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent school-based roles.
* Straightforward and efficient registration process.
If you're an experienced School Administrator looking for your next opportunity within a supportive Burnley secondary school, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Megan at Rotherwood Education for more information.
This post is being advertised on behalf of Rotherwood Education, who are acting as an employment agency. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and satisfactory references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
Salary description
£12.71 - £15.00 per hour