Senior Administrator

• Annual Salary: £18 per hour
• Location: Tooting area, London
• Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM - 4:30 PM

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Administrator to undertake administrative and organisational processes within a dynamic educational setting. This role requires a proactive individual who can effectively manage multiple administrative tasks and contribute to the overall efficiency of our school operations.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage complex reception and visitor matters, ensuring front-line enquiries are handled efficiently.
• Use and manage the Inventry system, including pre-booking visitors.
• Contribute to the planning, development, and organisation of support service systems, procedures, and policies.
• Assist in the recruitment, supervision, training, development, and mentoring of other admin support staff.
• Provide administrative support for school trips, including liaison with parents, preparation of letters, and management of payments and risk assessments.
• Oversee the school admissions process, maintaining accurate pupil records and liaising with local authorities and parents.
• Manage attendance records, communicate attendance policies to parents, and work closely with the Educational Welfare Officer to improve attendance and reduce exclusions.
• Produce and analyse reports on various administrative aspects, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using school management systems like Arbor and other IT platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.
• Experience in handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £18.
• Structured work hours with weekends off.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

To apply for the Senior Administrator position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.