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School Administrator – Outstanding Primary School, York
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 York with a strong commitment to high standards, pupil wellbeing and continuous improvement. The school serves a diverse and welcoming community and is widely recognised for its inclusive ethos, nurturing pastoral systems, and consistently strong outcomes across all key stages. The school is proud of its calm and purposeful learning environment, where pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence, and a genuine love of learning. Relationships between staff, pupils and families are exceptionally positive, creating a strong sense of belonging and shared responsibility.
The school offers a broad, rich and well-balanced curriculum that supports academic excellence alongside personal development. The school places high value on the arts, sport, enrichment and community engagement, ensuring pupils have access to opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. Leaders are highly visible and supportive, and staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, collaborate effectively and take part in ongoing professional development. The school has a strong safeguarding culture, clear policies and well-established systems that ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils and staff.
Staff benefit from a collaborative and professional working culture, with strong leadership, shared best practice and a clear focus on professional development. The school also prioritises staff wellbeing and work-life balance, offering a supportive environment where employees feel valued and respected.
Administration Team:
The school office is a key hub of the school and plays a vital role in ensuring that daily operations run smoothly. The administration team is friendly, efficient and highly organised, supporting staff, pupils, parents, governors and visitors. The school has clear procedures for communication, safeguarding administration, attendance reporting, parent queries, pupil records, finance processes and general operational support. The school is well resourced and uses modern administrative systems to ensure tasks are managed efficiently and securely.
Requirements
• Previous experience working in a school office or a busy administrative environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and welcoming manner
• Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and willingness to learn school systems (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom desirable)
• Strong attention to detail, including the ability to manage confidential pupil and staff information
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to work
• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe school environment
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues across the school
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.