Administrator

School Administrator
SEN School Purley
Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
£17.00 - £20.00 per hour (DOE)
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
ASAP Start

We are currently recruiting for an experienced School Administrator to join a welcoming and supportive Special Educational Needs (SEN) School based in Purley. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated administrator seeking a long-term role with the potential to become permanent.
The RoleAs School Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the school office, ensuring efficient administration and providing excellent support to staff, pupils, parents, and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the school's reception and administrative functions
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and attendance data
• Using Arbor for student information management and reporting
• Supporting admissions, enrolment, and leaver processes
• Handling correspondence, emails, and telephone enquiries
• Managing school documentation and filing systems
• Assisting with safeguarding and compliance administration
• Supporting senior leadership with general administrative tasks
• Liaising with parents, carers, staff, and external professionals

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a school administration role is essential
• Experience working within an SEN school or educational setting is highly desirable
• Strong working knowledge of Arbor is preferred
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a busy school environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Applicants must have previous school-based administrative experience and be able to provide satisfactory references. An Enhanced DBS check will be required prior to commencement.

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