School Administrator

Job Title: School Administrator (Fridays Only)
Location: Wirral (SEMH School)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Part-time, Term-Time Only (Fridays)
Start Date: [Insert Start Date or ASAP]

A specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school based in the Wirral is seeking a committed and experienced School Administrator to work on Fridays only. This part-time role offers an opportunity to support a dedicated team in a rewarding and inclusive educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a professional and welcoming front-of-house service for staff, pupils, parents, and visitors

• Manage incoming communications, including phone calls, emails, and face-to-face enquiries

• Maintain and update student records using SIMS (School Information Management System)

• Monitor attendance and follow up on absences through SIMS and direct communication with families

• Process student admissions, leavers, and transfers on SIMS

• Offer administrative support to the senior leadership team and teaching staff

• Prepare and distribute school correspondence, reports, and other documentation

• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed, including logging and monitoring visitors

• Assist with ordering supplies and general office management

• Carry out data entry, filing, and other routine administrative tasks

• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

• Liaise with external agencies and support staff where appropriate

Requirements:

• Previous experience using SIMS is essential

• Experience working in a school setting, ideally within an SEMH or SEN environment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Competent in using Microsoft Office applications

• An understanding of safeguarding procedures within a school setting is desirable

About the School:

This SEMH school provides a supportive and structured environment for pupils with a range of emotional and behavioural needs. The team is committed to creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere that enables every student to reach their potential.

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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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