Administrator (Arbour Trained)
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Location: Manchester
Role: School Administrator
Contract: Full-time, Temporary – Maternity Cover
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Maternity cover
Engage Education are currently recruiting for a highly organised and friendly School Administrator to join a welcoming school in Manchester on a maternity cover basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a busy school environment and is confident communicating with pupils, parents, staff and external visitors.
The Role
As a School Administrator, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school. Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing the school reception and welcoming visitors.
* Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
* Communicating professionally with parents, carers and staff.
* Maintaining accurate school records and databases.
* Supporting attendance and pupil administration.
* Processing letters, correspondence and general documentation.
* Assisting with admissions and pupil records where required.
* Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks.
* Maintaining confidentiality and following safeguarding procedures.
* Working closely with teaching and support staff to ensure the school office runs efficiently.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
* Previous experience in school administration or a similar administrative role.
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* A professional and approachable manner.
* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
* The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
* A strong understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
* The ability to work independently while being an effective team member.
Experience using school systems such as SIMS, Arbor or similar platforms would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Why Work with Engage Education?
* Competitive rates of pay.
* Dedicated consultant support.
* Access to a wide range of schools across Manchester.
* Support throughout your placement.
* Opportunities for further education-sector roles.
* A straightforward registration and payroll process.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced administrator looking for a maternity-cover opportunity within a Manchester school, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and speak to the Engage Education team about this exciting opportunity.
Engage Education – Great people. Great education
Location: Manchester
Role: School Administrator
Contract: Full-time, Temporary – Maternity Cover
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Maternity cover
Engage Education are currently recruiting for a highly organised and friendly School Administrator to join a welcoming school in Manchester on a maternity cover basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a busy school environment and is confident communicating with pupils, parents, staff and external visitors.
The Role
As a School Administrator, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school. Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing the school reception and welcoming visitors.
* Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
* Communicating professionally with parents, carers and staff.
* Maintaining accurate school records and databases.
* Supporting attendance and pupil administration.
* Processing letters, correspondence and general documentation.
* Assisting with admissions and pupil records where required.
* Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks.
* Maintaining confidentiality and following safeguarding procedures.
* Working closely with teaching and support staff to ensure the school office runs efficiently.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
* Previous experience in school administration or a similar administrative role.
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* A professional and approachable manner.
* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
* The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
* A strong understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
* The ability to work independently while being an effective team member.
Experience using school systems such as SIMS, Arbor or similar platforms would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Why Work with Engage Education?
* Competitive rates of pay.
* Dedicated consultant support.
* Access to a wide range of schools across Manchester.
* Support throughout your placement.
* Opportunities for further education-sector roles.
* A straightforward registration and payroll process.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced administrator looking for a maternity-cover opportunity within a Manchester school, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and speak to the Engage Education team about this exciting opportunity.
Engage Education – Great people. Great education