School Administrator – Outstanding Primary School, Harrogate Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This is a well-established, Outstanding Ofsted Rated Primary School in Harrogate, educating pupils from Reception to Year 6. The school is widely recognised for its exceptional teaching standards, nurturing pastoral care, and unwavering commitment to student wellbeing and academic excellence. Serving a diverse and close-knit community, the school has built a strong reputation for inclusivity, high expectations and a culture in which pupils thrive socially, emotionally and academically. The school maintains a warm, family-orientated environment where children feel safe, valued and motivated to learn. Behaviour is excellent, with pupils demonstrating respect, kindness and enthusiasm. Parents speak highly of the school’s communication, supportive culture and strong leadership team who are deeply committed to ongoing school improvement. The curriculum is broad and exciting, offering rich opportunities in creative arts, STEM, sports, outdoor learning and personal development. Staff benefit from a professional, collaborative and forward-thinking working culture. Strong leadership, open communication and shared best practice contribute to the school’s success and excellent staff morale. Continuous professional development is prioritised, and all staff—teaching and support—are valued as essential contributors to the school’s outstanding provision. The school’s administrative systems are highly organised and efficient, supporting the smooth running of daily operations and ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and compliance. Administration Team The school office is the operational heart of the school and plays a critical role in supporting staff, pupils, parents and visitors. The administrator will join a friendly and high-performing team who pride themselves on exceptional organisation, efficient systems and a welcoming, professional environment. The administration team manages pupil data, attendance, safeguarding documentation, admissions support, communication channels, finance administration, and day-to-day operational tasks. The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring the office runs smoothly, processes are completed accurately and the school community receives excellent customer service. Requirements • Experience working in an administrative role (school experience desirable but not essential) • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Confident using IT systems including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Experience with school MIS systems such as Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom is advantageous • High attention to detail and accuracy, especially when handling confidential information • A friendly, professional manner with the ability to communicate confidently with staff, parents and visitors • Ability to work well under pressure during busy periods • Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining professional standards at all times Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible