Location: BurnleyHours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pmStart Date: September 2026
We are seeking an organised, friendly and proactive School Administrator to join a thriving school in Burnley from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in providing outstanding support to staff, pupils, parents and visitors.
As the first point of contact for the school, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the office while delivering a professional and welcoming service at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the school’s reception area and welcoming visitors
- Answering and directing telephone calls and email enquiries
- Maintaining accurate pupil records and administrative systems
- Supporting attendance monitoring and reporting
- Processing admissions, student information and general correspondence
- Producing letters, reports and other documentation
- Assisting with safeguarding and compliance administration
- Liaising with parents, staff, external agencies and suppliers
- Supporting school events and activities when required
- General office administration and data entry duties
Required Experience and Skills
- Previous administration experience, ideally within a school or education setting
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- A professional, positive and approachable manner
- The ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Knowledge of school systems such as SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom is desirable but not essential
Benefits
- Full‑time hours with a consistent working pattern
- A supportive and friendly school environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- The opportunity to make a real difference within the local community
- Competitive salary and benefits package
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
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