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:
1. Managing incoming calls, emails, and enquiries
2. Supporting attendance and pupil data management
3. Maintaining accurate student records using the school's MIS system
4. Assisting with admissions and general office administration
5. Providing administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff
6. Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times
The Ideal Candidate
7. Previous experience working in a school or busy office environment
8. Strong knowledge of school MIS systems (., SIMS, Arbor, or similar) desirable
9. Excellent organisational and communication skills
10. Professional, approachable, and confident manner
11. Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload
12. Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality in a school setting
What We Offer
13. Competitive daily pay rates (£95 - £105 per day)
14. Full-time hours (8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday)
15. Opportunity to work within an Outstanding secondary school
16. Access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and professional development resources
17. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
18. Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities
19. 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.