School Administrator / Receptionist – Erdington

Contract: Full-time, Temporary – ongoing cover
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm (30-minute lunch break)

About the Role

A well-regarded school in Erdington is looking for an organised, friendly and confident School Administrator/Receptionist to join its busy school office on a full-time temporary basis.

The successful candidate will provide general administrative and reception support, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

This is a varied, front-facing role requiring someone with previous experience working in a school office environment, excellent communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy setting.

The school uses SIMS, so previous experience using this system is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative support within the school office.
• Undertaking reception duties, including answering incoming telephone calls.
• Welcoming and assisting parents, students, staff and visitors.
• Responding to telephone and face-to-face enquiries in a professional and friendly manner.
• Using SIMS to access and update school information and records.
• Maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information appropriately.
• Assisting with general school office administration.
• Photocopying, scanning, filing and other routine administrative duties.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school office.

Essential Requirements

• Recent experience working as a School Administrator or within a school office environment.
• Previous experience using SIMS
• A current Enhanced DBS.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communication and telephone skills.
• A friendly, professional and approachable manner.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a busy school office team.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality when handling sensitive school information.

The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK

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