School Administrator - Outstanding Secondary School
Location: Richmond
Company: Tradewind Recruitment
Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm (Monday to Friday)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time
Salary: £95 - £105 per day (dependent on experience)
Tradewind Recruitment Durham is currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised School Administrator to join an Outstanding secondary school in Richmond. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a welcoming, high-performing school community that prides itself on excellence, professionalism, and strong support systems.
The Role
Working as part of a busy school office team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of administrative operations. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff, maintaining a professional and friendly front-of-house presence.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing incoming calls, emails, and enquiries
Supporting attendance and pupil data management
Maintaining accurate student records using the school's MIS system
Assisting with admissions and general office administration
Providing administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff
Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times
The Ideal Candidate
Previous experience working in a school or busy office environment
Strong knowledge of school MIS systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor, or similar) desirable
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Professional, approachable, and confident manner
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload
Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality in a school setting
What We Offer
Competitive daily pay rates (£95 - £105 per day)
Full-time hours (8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday)
Opportunity to work within an Outstanding secondary school
Access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and professional development resources
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities
Uncapped refer-a-friend scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is available to start immediately.
Apply now to begin your journey with Tradewind Recruitment.
For further information about the role, please contact James Pullar at Tradewind Recruitment Durham on (phone number removed)