Senior Administrative Officer

Job Purpose

The Senior Admin Officer plays a pivotal role at the heart of the school, leading the day-to-day administration of pupil and HR matters while driving excellence across the school office. This is a varied and influential position, responsible for shaping and delivering efficient administrative and organisational systems that support the whole school community, always maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality and professionalism. The role also contributes to the ongoing development and improvement of support services, helping the school to run smoothly and effectively.

This role includes leading and developing the administrative team, including line management of Receptionists, and playing an active part in safeguarding by supporting the safeguarding team to promote the welfare and wellbeing of all pupils.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Organisation

• Ensure the smooth and effective running of the school office and all administrative and communication systems
• Contribute to the planning, development and organisation of support service systems, procedures and policies
• Assist in organising school trips, ensuring all risk assessments are completed
• Support the organisation of parents' evenings, meetings and events, including rooms, equipment and refreshments
• Ensure a professional and welcoming reception for visitors and parents, including compliance with visitor and health and safety procedures
• Oversee administration of HR processes including recruitment, onboarding and staff records in line with school policy
• Handle complex enquiries and challenging visitors or callers
• Staff Development

Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new employee within the Trust, you will be supported by the Senior Directors of People and Professional Learning, alongside your line manager to realise your full potential.

'Our People Strategy is key to our success and integral to this is our commitment to equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion . Bringing this to life is the responsibility of every member of staff. We take seriously any behaviour which undermines it. Anyone applying to work with us, should share this commitment.'

London Living Wage

We are proud to pay the London Living Wage.