School Administrator - Camden

School Administrator – Primary School – Camden – ASAP start!

Location: Camden, London
Salary: Scale 5 (Points 12-15) £32,985 - £34,532 (pro rata, term time only) (£28-29k per annum – actual / £15-17 per hour)
Hours: 40 hours per week, term time only (7:30am – 4:30pm – non-negotiable hours)
Contract: Permanent

*Interviews are W/C 2^nd June 2025*

About the Role

At Clarus Education, we are supporting the recruitment of a Primary School who is seeking a highly organised and proactive School Administration Officer to join their dedicated team.

Reporting to the School Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of our school’s administrative systems and processes across both EYFS/KS1 and KS2 sites.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for education and a commitment to supporting a school community. You will be the backbone of our office operations, providing essential support to staff, pupils, and parents.

Key Responsibilities - School Administrator

• Admissions & Transitions: Manage all administrative tasks related to pupil admissions and transitions.
• Attendance: Work closely with the Inclusion Leaders and Attendance Officer to monitor, record, and report on pupil and staff attendance, ensuring compliance with school policies.
• Data Management: Maintain and update staff and pupil databases, complete statutory returns (DfE census, local authority reports), and manage data uploads/downloads.
• Finance: Collect and record payments for school dinners, clubs, and trips; manage outstanding balances in line with school procedures.
• Procurement & Stock: Assist with ordering and maintaining school stock and uniforms, check deliveries, and ensure correct distribution.
• General Administration: Provide a wide range of administrative support including diary management, school trip coordination, website updates, hospitality arrangements, and first point of contact duties for visitors.
• IT & Security: Support the implementation of IT security procedures and ensure equipment is maintained.
• Safeguarding: Uphold and promote the welfare of pupils and fundamental British Values at all times.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience: School Administrator

• Minimum 6 months’ experience in a school office environment
• Experience managing databases and attendance
• Proven ability to provide high-quality front-line service to diverse stakeholders
• Strong team player with experience working within statutory compliance frameworks
• Ability to manage own workload effectively

Desirable: School Administrator

• Experience with school dinner money systems
• Experience managing school admissions

Skills & Qualifications: School Administrator

• Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confident using a range of IT packages (e.g. MS Office, school management systems)
• Ability to analyse, interpret, and present data clearly
• GCSEs (Grade C/4 or above) in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Why Join this Primary School?

• Be part of a supportive and friendly team
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families
• Ongoing professional development and training

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic administrator looking to contribute to a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you!

To apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and undergo enhanced DBS screening

To apply for this School Administrator please submit your CV and if you are shortlisted you will be contacted within 48 hours.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role, and you must have the right to work full-time in the UK.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a School Administrator, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful School Administrator candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.  This School Administrator post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this School Administrator opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the School Administrator role within 48 hours.

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School Administrator – Primary School – Camden – ASAP start!