School Administrator Vacancy, Part-time - Temporary to Permanent
Exclusively Managed by Veritas Education
Are you looking for a rewarding administrative role in a warm, welcoming school environment? Veritas is exclusively representing school in Burnley, seeking an enthusiastic and proactive School Administrator to join their dedicated team. This vacancy arises due to the upcoming retirement of a valued colleague, and we're looking for the right person to step into her shoes.
Start Date: September 2025 (Ideally mid-July for a brief handover)
Contract: Temporary to permanent
Location: Burnley
Pay Scale: Grade 4 (Scale Points 4-6) - £24,404 to £25,183 FTE
Hourly Rate: £12.65 to £13.05 (subject to LCC pay review)
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term Time Only + 5 INSET days
The Role:
You will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, and visitors, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the school runs smoothly each day. From managing calls and emails to supporting day-to-day operations, this is a varied and rewarding position.
What We're Looking For:
A confident and friendly front-of-house presence
Excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Ability to use initiative and work independently
Previous school admin experience is desirable but not essential
Key Responsibilities:
Managing the school reception area and welcoming visitors
Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally
Maintaining accurate pupil records and supporting attendance processes
Using school systems and Excel for administrative tasks
Supporting the wider admin team with general office duties
Why Apply?
Join a supportive, community-focused school
Work term-time only with a strong work-life balance
Opportunity for a permanent role following a successful temporary period
Be part of a valued transition, with the chance to shadow the outgoing administrator
Interested?
To apply or find out more, contact Veritas Education today.
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Applications will be processed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community