Office Administrator

Teaching Personnel are looking for a reliable and organised Office Administrator to support a busy and welcoming school office.

We have a number of roles available for Office Administrator work so get in touch ASAP. 

This role is perfect for someone with strong administrative skills and a commitment to working in an education environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support following standard office procedures.

• Use Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) to create and manage documents and spreadsheets efficiently.

• Maintain and update school databases and Management Information Systems (MIS).

• Act as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and parents – both in person and on the phone – with professionalism and care.

• Ensure accurate record keeping and support the school’s compliance with GDPR and safeguarding policies.

• Assist with event and activity administration, ensuring all deadlines are met.

• Support general office Health & Safety practices.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Experience working in a general office or administration setting.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to write clear and professional emails and letters.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Understanding of confidentiality and sensitivity in a school setting.

• Willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development.

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience working in a school or education environment.

• Familiarity with school MIS systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor).

• Understanding of GDPR and data handling.

• Reception or customer-facing experience.

• Awareness of safeguarding procedures.

If you are intereted in the above role then submit your updated CV today. 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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