339 Head Of School jobs in the United Kingdom

School Administrator

Greater Manchester, North West £105 - £125 Daily Tempest Resourcing Limited

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We are working with a welcoming and supportive school in Manchester that is looking to appoint an experienced and organised School Administrator . This is a key role in the school office, where you will provide professional administrative support and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of operations.

The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for parents, staff, and visitors, supporting communication, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with a wide range of administrative duties.



Key Responsibilities

  • Provide a professional and friendly first point of contact for all enquiries.

  • Manage telephone, email, and face-to-face communication effectively.

  • Maintain accurate pupil records and update school systems.

  • Assist with organising meetings, events, and school activities.

  • Carry out general administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and data entry.

  • Support financial administration where required.

  • Work closely with the leadership team and wider staff to ensure smooth school operations.



Requirements

  • Previous experience in a school office environment is essential.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and school systems (e.g., SIMS/CPOMS desirable).

  • Excellent organisation and time-management skills.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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

  • A professional, discreet, and flexible approach.

  • Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.



What's on Offer

  • Paid to scale, in line with experience.

  • A supportive and collaborative school environment.

  • A varied and rewarding role within a busy office.

  • Opportunities for further professional development.

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School Administrator

Cumbria, North West £17 - £18 Hourly Spencer Clarke Group

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School Admins/Receptionists

Company: Spencer Clarke Group

Location: Carlisle

Hours: Full time (term time only)

Employment Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced School Admin/Receptionist seeking a rewarding opportunity within a school environment? Spencer Clarke Group is delighted to offer you a chance to join our agency!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with general administrative tasks, including answering phone calls, managing emails, and responding to inquiries.
  • Support the school office in various administrative duties, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
  • Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to facilitate effective communication and information sharing.
  • Prepare and distribute attendance reports as required by school leadership.
  • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Other duties as assigned by school management.

Requirements:

  • Administration experience is essential, experience with SIMS software is highly desirable for these roles but not essential.
  • Strong communicator with the ability to build rapport with staff and parents.
  • Autonomous and able to efficiently handle a range of tasks that will often fluctuate day to day.

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive school environment.
  • Gain valuable experience in the education sector.

If you are interested, then please contact Cameron Nicholls on (phone number removed) and click on the apply button below.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview
  • 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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School Administrator

Cheshire, North West £13 - £15 Hourly Academics Ltd

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Job Title: School Administrator
Location: Chester & Cheshire West
Employment Type: Part Time & Temporary (Term-Time) with the potential to be extended
Salary: 13.00 - 15.00 per hour

About the Role:
We are working on behalf of a highly regarded school in the Chester and Cheshire West area, seeking an experienced and enthusiastic School Administrator to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and organised individual who is passionate about supporting education and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a busy school office.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the daily administrative operations of the school, including front office duties, correspondence, and record-keeping.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, and visitors, providing exceptional communication and support.
  • Oversee student admissions, attendance, and data management, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with safeguarding and GDPR requirements.
  • Support the Senior Leadership Team with scheduling, reports, and event coordination.
  • Assist with budget administration, ordering supplies, and processing invoices.
  • Coordinate meetings, newsletters, and school communications.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role - experience within a school environment is highly desirable.
  • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Confident IT skills, including MS Office; experience with SIMS or other school MIS is advantageous.
  • A proactive, positive attitude with a strong commitment to supporting staff, students, and families.

What's on Offer:

  • A supportive and welcoming school environment.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

How to Apply:
If you're an organised, motivated individual looking to contribute to the success of a vibrant school community in a School Administrator or similar Admin and Secretarial role in Chester or Cheshire West , we'd love to hear from you.

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School Administrator

London, London £130 - £180 Daily Reeson Education

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School Administrator

  • School administrator
  • Good School, South London
  • Full time
  • ASAP start
  • Ongoing contract, temp to perm.
  • Monday - Friday from 8am - 4:30pm
  • Salary 130 - 180
  • Must have school office experience and Bromcom experience (desirable)

JOB DESCRIPTION

School administrator to work in a good school in south London, working closely with the Office Manager and the admin team you will be providing support across a range of areas in school administration. A large proportion of your role will include daily use of Bromcom and you should have a very good working knowledge the Bromcom system. The school are keen to look over school administrator CVs ASAP and meet school administrator's over the next couple of weeks.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

The school believe that each of their pupils is born with unique potential for greatness and can take responsibility to achieve this. They believe that by aiming high, working hard and living according to the schools values, they can lead lives that bring fulfilment and strengthen their community.

Their shared beliefs mean that at the school they have very high expectations for the achievement, conduct and personal development of every child. Their mission is to ensure that each of their pupils fulfils their unique academic and personal potential, before moving on to continue their success either at university, or by beginning a rewarding career of their choice

As a school administrator your role will include:

  • Pupil data management via Bromcom.
  • Daily use of Word, Excel.
  • Routine admin tasks and any other duties the Office Manager or school business manager.

This role is to provide additional support to the current administration and school office team. The school are looking for an administrator with previous experience and who is available immediately on a full-time basis

REQUIREMENTS

Applications are welcome from school administrator's at any stage in their career. This role is ideal for a candidate who is looking to progress with a school based career. Please send your CV to Gavin at Reeson Education as soon as possible.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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School Administrator

London, London £16 - £18 Hourly Remedy Education

Posted 4 days ago

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permanent, contract, temporary, part time, apprenticeship

Job Title: School Administrator
Location: Lewisham
Salary: 16 - 18 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Settings: Secondary School, 8am until 4pm


About the role:

Are you a professional and organised administrator looking for work in local schools?

Remedy is currently recruiting skilled Administrative Assistants to support school offices across Primary, Secondary, and SEN settings in Lambeth, South London.

We have immediate start opportunities with both short-term and long-term roles available.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Front-of-house reception duties: greeting visitors, answering phones, managing enquiries
  • Maintaining student records and school databases (e.g. SIMS, Abror or Bromcom)
  • Managing emails, post, and internal communications
  • Assisting with attendance tracking and pupil data
  • Organising school events, trips, and diary management
  • Supporting senior staff with day-to-day admin tasks
  • Upholding safeguarding and confidentiality procedures at all times

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Previous school or office administration experience
  • Working knowledge of school MIS systems (e.g. SIMS, Arbor, or similar)
  • Excellent communication and IT skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • A friendly, professional, and proactive attitude
  • Strong organisation and time-management skills
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through us)

Why Work with Remedy?

  • Access to admin roles across a wide range of school settings
  • Competitive hourly pay (16-18 per hour)
  • Flexible opportunities - short-term, long-term, and temp-to-perm
  • Friendly and supportive consultants
  • Immediate starts available

Ready to join a network of professionals supporting education across South East London?

Apply now by sending your updated CV to Carly Walters,

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School Administrator

Hertfordshire, Eastern £25000 - £30000 Annually Class Education

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permanent

Location: Stevenage

Contract Type: Full-time / Term-time only
Salary: 25,000 - 30,000per annum (depending on experience)

About the Role:
We are seeking a reliable and organised School Administrator to join a busy school office. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the school, providing administrative and clerical assistance to staff, parents, and pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing phone calls, emails, and front office reception duties

  • Maintaining accurate records and databases

  • Assisting with admissions, attendance, and school communications

  • Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks

Requirements:

  • Previous admin/reception experience (school setting desirable but not essential)

  • Strong IT and communication skills

  • Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure

  • Professional, friendly, and approachable manner

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School Administrator

Chesterfield, East Midlands £90 - £110 Daily Link 3 Recruitment

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Job Purpose

To provide efficient, professional, and welcoming administrative support for the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. The School Administrator will act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff, maintaining high standards of organisation, communication, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Reception & Communication

  • Act as the first point of contact for telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries.

  • Greet visitors in line with safeguarding procedures and maintain the visitors’ log.

  • Respond promptly and professionally to queries from parents, carers, staff, and external agencies.

Administration

  • Provide general clerical and administrative support including filing, photocopying, and handling correspondence.

  • Maintain accurate pupil records, attendance registers, and databases (SIMS/Arbor or similar MIS).

  • Assist with the preparation of reports, letters, newsletters, and school communications.

  • Support the organisation of meetings, events, and trips, including minute-taking where required.

Finance & Resources (as appropriate)

  • Assist with financial administration such as processing orders, invoices, and petty cash in line with school procedures.

  • Maintain stocks of stationery and resources, placing orders as required.

Pupil Support

  • Provide administrative support for admissions, transitions, and leavers.

  • Support attendance monitoring and follow-up processes.

  • Assist with first aid and welfare duties (training provided if required).

General Duties

  • Uphold confidentiality, safeguarding, and GDPR requirements at all times.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider life of the school.

  • Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties as directed by the School Business Manager or Headteacher.

Person Specification (Essential)
  • Experience of working in an administrative role.

  • Excellent organisational, time management, and multitasking skills.

  • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases, email systems).

  • Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

  • Friendly, approachable, and professional manner.

  • Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and equal opportunities.

Desirable:

  • Experience of working in a school or educational setting.

  • Knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or other school MIS systems.

  • First Aid qualification (or willingness to train).

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School Administrator

West Bridgford, East Midlands £90 - £110 Daily Link 3 Recruitment

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Job Purpose

To provide efficient, professional, and welcoming administrative support for the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. The School Administrator will act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff, maintaining high standards of organisation, communication, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Reception & Communication

  • Act as the first point of contact for telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries.

  • Greet visitors in line with safeguarding procedures and maintain the visitors’ log.

  • Respond promptly and professionally to queries from parents, carers, staff, and external agencies.

Administration

  • Provide general clerical and administrative support including filing, photocopying, and handling correspondence.

  • Maintain accurate pupil records, attendance registers, and databases (SIMS/Arbor or similar MIS).

  • Assist with the preparation of reports, letters, newsletters, and school communications.

  • Support the organisation of meetings, events, and trips, including minute-taking where required.

Finance & Resources (as appropriate)

  • Assist with financial administration such as processing orders, invoices, and petty cash in line with school procedures.

  • Maintain stocks of stationery and resources, placing orders as required.

Pupil Support

  • Provide administrative support for admissions, transitions, and leavers.

  • Support attendance monitoring and follow-up processes.

  • Assist with first aid and welfare duties (training provided if required).

General Duties

  • Uphold confidentiality, safeguarding, and GDPR requirements at all times.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider life of the school.

  • Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties as directed by the School Business Manager or Headteacher.

Person Specification (Essential)
  • Experience of working in an administrative role.

  • Excellent organisational, time management, and multitasking skills.

  • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases, email systems).

  • Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

  • Friendly, approachable, and professional manner.

  • Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and equal opportunities.

Desirable:

  • Experience of working in a school or educational setting.

  • Knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or other school MIS systems.

  • First Aid qualification (or willingness to train).

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School Administrator

Mansfield, East Midlands £90 - £110 Daily Link 3 Recruitment

Posted 5 days ago

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Job Purpose

To provide efficient, professional, and welcoming administrative support for the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. The School Administrator will act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff, maintaining high standards of organisation, communication, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Reception & Communication

  • Act as the first point of contact for telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries.

  • Greet visitors in line with safeguarding procedures and maintain the visitors’ log.

  • Respond promptly and professionally to queries from parents, carers, staff, and external agencies.

Administration

  • Provide general clerical and administrative support including filing, photocopying, and handling correspondence.

  • Maintain accurate pupil records, attendance registers, and databases (SIMS/Arbor or similar MIS).

  • Assist with the preparation of reports, letters, newsletters, and school communications.

  • Support the organisation of meetings, events, and trips, including minute-taking where required.

Finance & Resources (as appropriate)

  • Assist with financial administration such as processing orders, invoices, and petty cash in line with school procedures.

  • Maintain stocks of stationery and resources, placing orders as required.

Pupil Support

  • Provide administrative support for admissions, transitions, and leavers.

  • Support attendance monitoring and follow-up processes.

  • Assist with first aid and welfare duties (training provided if required).

General Duties

  • Uphold confidentiality, safeguarding, and GDPR requirements at all times.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider life of the school.

  • Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties as directed by the School Business Manager or Headteacher.

Person Specification (Essential)
  • Experience of working in an administrative role.

  • Excellent organisational, time management, and multitasking skills.

  • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases, email systems).

  • Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

  • Friendly, approachable, and professional manner.

  • Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and equal opportunities.

Desirable:

  • Experience of working in a school or educational setting.

  • Knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or other school MIS systems.

  • First Aid qualification (or willingness to train).

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School Administrator

Derby, East Midlands £90 - £110 Daily Link 3 Recruitment

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Job Purpose

To provide efficient, professional, and welcoming administrative support for the smooth day-to-day operation of the school. The School Administrator will act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff, maintaining high standards of organisation, communication, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Reception & Communication

  • Act as the first point of contact for telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries.

  • Greet visitors in line with safeguarding procedures and maintain the visitors’ log.

  • Respond promptly and professionally to queries from parents, carers, staff, and external agencies.

Administration

  • Provide general clerical and administrative support including filing, photocopying, and handling correspondence.

  • Maintain accurate pupil records, attendance registers, and databases (SIMS/Arbor or similar MIS).

  • Assist with the preparation of reports, letters, newsletters, and school communications.

  • Support the organisation of meetings, events, and trips, including minute-taking where required.

Finance & Resources (as appropriate)

  • Assist with financial administration such as processing orders, invoices, and petty cash in line with school procedures.

  • Maintain stocks of stationery and resources, placing orders as required.

Pupil Support

  • Provide administrative support for admissions, transitions, and leavers.

  • Support attendance monitoring and follow-up processes.

  • Assist with first aid and welfare duties (training provided if required).

General Duties

  • Uphold confidentiality, safeguarding, and GDPR requirements at all times.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider life of the school.

  • Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties as directed by the School Business Manager or Headteacher.

Person Specification (Essential)
  • Experience of working in an administrative role.

  • Excellent organisational, time management, and multitasking skills.

  • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases, email systems).

  • Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

  • Friendly, approachable, and professional manner.

  • Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and equal opportunities.

Desirable:

  • Experience of working in a school or educational setting.

  • Knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or other school MIS systems.

  • First Aid qualification (or willingness to train).

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