School Administrator – Primary School
Location: Swindon
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 1:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and professional School Administrator to join a busy and welcoming primary school in Swindon.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced school environment and enjoys being the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff.
About the Role
As a School Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the school office, ensuring administrative processes are completed efficiently and providing excellent customer service at all times.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing front-of-house and reception duties.
- Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally.
- Supporting attendance, admissions and pupil record administration.
- Maintaining and updating school databases.
- Assisting with general administrative tasks and correspondence.
- Supporting staff, pupils and visitors throughout the school day.
- Delivering messages, resources and items across the school site when required.
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous school office experience.
- SIMS knowledge (essential).
- Tucasi knowledge (desirable).
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Forms.
- A confident and professional telephone manner.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to work across a large two-storey school site, including supporting children and delivering items to classrooms.
- First Aid training (desirable).
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Join a friendly and supportive school community.
- Work within a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
- Be part of a dedicated team supporting the smooth operation of the school.
- Opportunity to build valuable experience within an educational setting.
- Immediate start available.
Requirements
- Previous experience within a school administration role.
- Strong IT and data management skills.
- Experience using SIMS.
- Ability to provide satisfactory references and complete pre-employment checks.
- Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.
- Right to work in the UK.
Benefits of Working with Affinity Workforce
- Access to free CPD and training opportunities through our Affinity Academy.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Easy-to-use online portal for timesheets and bookings.
- Refer-a-Friend scheme.
- Opportunities to work within a variety of local schools.
- Ongoing career development and progression opportunities.
If you are an experienced School Administrator looking for your next opportunity within a supportive primary school environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
