School Administrator

This is a great opportunity to come and work in our very highly rated secondary school in central Manchester. The Administrator and Receptionist plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the school.

This position serves as the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere, as well as managing front office duties, answering phone calls and responding to inquiries.

The administrator will also handle administrative tasks such as maintaining student records, coordinating schedules, and assisting with school events.

What we want from you:

• Experience and an understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues, or be willing to undertake training in these areas;  
• Numeracy and literacy skills at least equivalent to RQF Level 2; good ICT skills are also desirable;  
• NVQ Business Admin related qualification or equivalent;
• First Aid certificate or willingness to gain one;
• Experience of working in a busy environment with competing priorities and deadlines, ideally in an educational setting and with experience of using SIMS;  
• Ability to remain calm and helpful under pressure, dealing skillfully with unanticipated situations and ensuring a professional response at all times; 
• Good communication skills with the ability to work well within a team, yet able to demonstrate an ability to work unsupervised utilising their own initiative;  
• Well organised with an adaptable and positive approach to all aspects of the workload;  
• Supportive of the school's excellent staff attendance and punctuality record, which in turn supports student attainment.
• Training will be provided on safeguarding and school specific IT applications.