Primary School Administrator
CV-LibraryBirmingham, West MidlandstemporaryPosted: 5 August 2026
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Are you looking for a new fast-paced and motivating school administration role?
Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as a passion for working with children and their families?If so, you might be the perfect candidate for our temporary school administrator position in South Birmingham.
Your new role
Within this fast-paced school administrator role based in a South Birmingham school, you will be responsible for managing a number of varied administrative tasks within the school, as well as being the first port of call for all parents, visitors and pupils to the school. You will work closely with the senior leadership team, teachers, support staff, and governors to ensure the smooth running of the front office.
Duties may include, but not restricted to:
Taking calls and messages.
Welcoming visitors to the school and ensuring they are signed in and out accordingly
Booking appointments and arranging meetings with parents and outside agencies.
Update and maintain pupil and staff records or databases, using computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Pay, Arbor etc.
Speaking to parents and sending out correspondence about pupil absences
Send and receive letters and emails.
Order and stock supplies, equipment, and stationery
Follow the school policies and procedures regarding health and safety, confidentiality, safeguarding, and data protection
Dealing with reprographic needs within the office.
This is a term-time-only position working Monday-Friday and will be temporary on an ongoing basis. There is the potential for the role to become permanent for the right individual.
What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a school or office environment is essential for this role.
Knowledge of Arbor and other school systems
A friendly, professional, and helpful attitude
A high level of confidentiality and discretion
A flexible and adaptable approach to work
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat you'll get in return
As well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding school. When you register with Hays, you will be allocated a dedicated consultant who will be on hand to offer career advice and guide you through the registration process. Once you have completed this particular assignment, we will then be in a position to place you in further schools. By registering with Hays Education, you will also be eligible for our Refer a Friend Scheme, where you could receive £250 in vouchers. T&Cs apply.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Are you looking for a new fast-paced and motivating school administration role?
Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as a passion for working with children and their families?If so, you might be the perfect candidate for our temporary school administrator position in South Birmingham.
Your new role
Within this fast-paced school administrator role based in a South Birmingham school, you will be responsible for managing a number of varied administrative tasks within the school, as well as being the first port of call for all parents, visitors and pupils to the school. You will work closely with the senior leadership team, teachers, support staff, and governors to ensure the smooth running of the front office.
Duties may include, but not restricted to:
Taking calls and messages.
Welcoming visitors to the school and ensuring they are signed in and out accordingly
Booking appointments and arranging meetings with parents and outside agencies.
Update and maintain pupil and staff records or databases, using computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Pay, Arbor etc.
Speaking to parents and sending out correspondence about pupil absences
Send and receive letters and emails.
Order and stock supplies, equipment, and stationery
Follow the school policies and procedures regarding health and safety, confidentiality, safeguarding, and data protection
Dealing with reprographic needs within the office.
This is a term-time-only position working Monday-Friday and will be temporary on an ongoing basis. There is the potential for the role to become permanent for the right individual.
What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a school or office environment is essential for this role.
Knowledge of Arbor and other school systems
A friendly, professional, and helpful attitude
A high level of confidentiality and discretion
A flexible and adaptable approach to work
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat you'll get in return
As well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding school. When you register with Hays, you will be allocated a dedicated consultant who will be on hand to offer career advice and guide you through the registration process. Once you have completed this particular assignment, we will then be in a position to place you in further schools. By registering with Hays Education, you will also be eligible for our Refer a Friend Scheme, where you could receive £250 in vouchers. T&Cs apply.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)