School Administrator

Job Purpose

To provide efficient and effective administrative support to the school, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of operations. The role requires confident use of the Arbor for maintaining accurate pupil data, attendance records, and communication with staff, students, and parents

Role Details

Job Type: Temporary on-going until further notice (term-time only)

Location: Bolton

Start Date: 1st June

Days: Monday to Friday

Hours: 8am-4pm

Hourly Rate: 14ph - 15ph

Key Responsibilities

Administration & Office Support

• Provide general administrative support across the school office
• Act as a first point of contact for parents, visitors, and external stakeholders
• Handle telephone and email enquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain accurate filing systems (electronic and paper-based)
• Support senior leadership team with administrative tasks as required

Arbor Responsibilities

• Input, update, and maintain accurate student data using Arbor
• Manage student admissions, leavers, and transfers on the system
• Record and monitor attendance and punctuality, producing reports where required
• Update medical, safeguarding, and contact information as necessary
• Support staff with the effective use of Arbor where needed

Communication & Coordination

• Send letters, emails, and notifications to parents via Arbor
• Support the coordination of school events, meetings, and appointments
• Liaise with teaching staff and support teams to ensure smooth information flow

Person Specification

• Previous experience in a busy school administrative role is essential
• Strong working knowledge of Arbor
• Enhanced DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to obtain)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Professional, friendly and approachable manner
• Reliable, flexible and adaptable
• Proactive and solution-focused attitude

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