School Receptionist/Administrator

School Administrator - Southwark

Location: Southwark, South East London
Salary: £15 - £16 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time
Contract Type: Long term
Start Date: ASAP start

Remedy is working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established Primary school in Southwark to recruit an experienced and highly organised School Administrator for a Long term, full-time position starting ASAP.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated School Administrator to become a valued member of a friendly school community. As the School Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the school office while providing exceptional support to pupils, staff, parents, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing attendance, admissions, and pupil records using SIMS, Arbor, or other school management systems.
• Providing comprehensive administrative support, including data entry, filing, document management, and correspondence.
• Acting as the first point of contact on reception, welcoming visitors, parents, staff, and external agencies.
• Responding to telephone and email enquiries in a professional and friendly manner.
• Supporting the Headteacher and wider administration team with the day-to-day running of the school.
• Assisting with school communications, newsletters, reports, and general office administration.
• Maintaining confidential records in line with GDPR and safeguarding requirements.

Requirements

To be considered for this School Administrator role, you will have:

• Previous experience working as a School Administrator within a primary or secondary school.
• Working knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom (desirable).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and work efficiently in a busy school office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time position starting in September 2026.
• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• A supportive leadership team and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Ongoing support from Academics Ltd throughout the recruitment process.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced School Administrator looking to secure a Long term role within a thriving SEN school in Southwark. If you're an organised, proactive, and enthusiastic School Administrator who is passionate about supporting education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Carly ar Remedy for more information.