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Office Administrator

  1. Primary
  2. Wakefield
Date posted : 24/09/26
  1. Full Time
£92 - 105 per day

Job description

School Administrator

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Wakefield

£92 - £105 per day | Weekly Pay | Immediate Start Available

Be the Heart of a Busy School Environment

Are you an organised, friendly, and professional administrator looking for your next opportunity in education? We are currently seeking enthusiastic School Administrators to work across a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools throughout Wakefield.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced administrators or individuals with strong office-based experience who are looking to transition into the education sector. As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff, and visitors, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

What We Offer

  • Competitive daily rates of £92 - £105 (dependent on experience)
  • Weekly pay
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities available
  • Working hours typically between 8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Opportunities within a variety of local primary schools
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
  • Enhanced DBS support where required
  • Opportunities to develop your skills within school administration

Your Responsibilities

As a School Administrator, you will:

  • Act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff
  • Manage incoming calls, emails, and general enquiries professionally
  • Maintain accurate pupil records and school databases
  • Support attendance monitoring and reporting procedures
  • Assist with admissions, registrations, and pupil documentation
  • Coordinate meetings, appointments, and school events
  • Produce letters, reports, and other administrative documents
  • Support senior leaders and teaching staff with administrative tasks
  • Ensure confidentiality and compliance with school policies at all times
  • Contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the school office

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should:

  • Have previous experience in an administrative, receptionist, or office-based role
  • Possess excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Have strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Be confident using Microsoft Office and school management systems (experience with SIMS or Arbor is advantageous)
  • Be able to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
  • Demonstrate professionalism and attention to detail
  • Have a strong commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

  • Friendly, approachable, and professional
  • Highly organised and efficient
  • Able to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff
  • Proactive and able to work independently
  • Adaptable within a busy school environment
  • Passionate about supporting schools and pupils behind the scenes

Why Join Us?

At our West Yorkshire Primary Branch, we understand that school support staff are essential to the success of every school. That's why we work hard to find rewarding opportunities that match your skills, experience, and career goals.

✅ Flexible work to suit your schedule
✅ Competitive rates of pay
✅ Opportunities within supportive local schools
✅ A dedicated consultant who genuinely supports you
✅ Professional development opportunities
✅ The chance to make a real difference within a school community

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding role within a school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply' and submit your CV today, or contact Cameron at our West Yorkshire Primary Branch for more information.

Help keep schools running smoothly and support pupils' success every day.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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