Job description
Job Title: Administrator
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £92 – £115 per day (Depending on experience)
Are you an organised and reliable administrator with strong communication skills and experience working in a busy office environment? If you thrive on keeping things running smoothly and enjoy working with a range of people, this could be the ideal opportunity for you!
GSL Education Hull Branch are currently recruiting for a professional and proactive School Administrator to work in a secondary school in York. This role is suited to someone who can manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, handle confidential information responsibly, and provide effective administrative support to staff and students.
About the Role
As a School Administrator, you will support the day-to-day running of the school office, helping ensure administrative tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. You will communicate with staff, students, parents, and visitors, manage documentation, use standard ICT packages, and contribute to a welcoming and organised school environment. You will also be expected to recognise potential safeguarding concerns and follow the appropriate procedures.
Core Responsibilities of the School Administrator
- Provide general administrative and clerical support to ensure the smooth running of the school office.
- Prepare, update, and maintain accurate records, correspondence, and other documentation.
- Use Microsoft Office applications and photocopying equipment to complete administrative tasks efficiently.
- Communicate professionally with staff, students, parents, and visitors, both verbally and in writing.
- Handle confidential information appropriately and follow school safeguarding and data protection procedures.
- Manage competing tasks and deadlines while building positive working relationships with colleagues.
As the Ideal School Administrator, You Should Have
- Considerable experience working in an administrative or office-based environment.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, standard ICT packages, and photocopying equipment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner.
- The ability to maintain confidentiality, recognise potential safeguarding concerns, and act responsibly.
- Strong organisational skills, flexibility, and the ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
- A willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development; Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, school-based experience, and knowledge of school safeguarding procedures are desirable.
To Work with GSL Education, You Must
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Hold an up-to-date CV and provide references covering the last two years.
- Have recent experience working with children or young people.
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.
If you are an experienced administrator who can provide reliable support, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to a positive school environment, we welcome your application.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘Administrator’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout York.