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, reliable and proactive Administrator with strong office and communication skills? GSL Education Hull Branch are seeking an experienced School Administrator to join a school setting in York.
This role is ideal for someone with considerable administrative experience who can manage a varied workload, support the smooth running of the school office and communicate professionally with students, staff, parents and visitors. The successful candidate will be confident using Microsoft Office and photocopying equipment, maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information with discretion.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide general administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the school office.
- Operate photocopying equipment and prepare, print and organise documents and learning materials.
- Respond to enquiries and communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues and other visitors.
- Maintain accurate records, handle correspondence and manage confidential information appropriately.
- Build positive working relationships with colleagues and provide administrative support to the wider school team.
- Manage competing priorities and deadlines while following school policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
Minimum Requirements
- Considerable experience working in an administrative or office-based environment.
- Practical experience using photocopying equipment and standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with a wide range of audiences.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, build positive relationships and recognise potential child safeguarding concerns.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development; Level 2 English and Maths qualifications and previous school experience are desirable.
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for short-term, long-term and permanent positions.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to relevant training and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settings.
If you are an enthusiastic School Administrator looking for your next opportunity in York, we would love to hear from you.
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.