School Administrator – Outstanding Secondary School – Harrogate, North Yorkshire Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information: This Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Harrogate is recognised for its exceptional pastoral culture, strong academic outcomes and professional, well-organised operational structure. The school is known for its calm, purposeful environment where students are polite, motivated and eager to learn. Staff benefit from excellent support from senior and middle leaders, as well as regular opportunities for training and development. The school uses modern systems to streamline administrative processes and prides itself on efficient communication, excellent safeguarding practice, and a highly professional front-of-house experience. The Role: The School Administrator will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the school office. You will be the first point of contact for parents, students, visitors and external agencies. This requires a professional, approachable manner and the ability to handle a variety of queries confidently. You will work closely with the Office Manager, SLT and wider administrative team to ensure that all administrative duties are completed accurately, efficiently and to a high standard. Key responsibilities include managing emails, answering calls, greeting visitors, maintaining student records, supporting attendance monitoring, processing routine documentation, updating communication systems, and ensuring that safeguarding procedures are followed at all times. You will also support the pastoral team with correspondence, produce letters and reports, and help prepare documentation for meetings. Part of the role includes liaising with teachers and support staff, ensuring information flows smoothly and that deadlines are met. Because this is an Outstanding school with high administrative standards, attention to detail is essential. You must be able to work at pace while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. The school office is often busy, so resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure are important. The successful candidate will be able to manage competing priorities, communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team. Requirements: • Previous school administration experience is desirable but not essential • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and school MIS systems (training provided if needed) • Excellent communication and customer service skills • Ability to work with confidentiality and follow safeguarding procedures • Strong organisation, reliability and the ability to meet deadlines • Positive, proactive attitude and a team-focused approach Application: To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.