About the role:
We are currently recruiting for an organised and professional School Administrator to join a welcoming secondary school in Wakefield from September 2026. This is a full-time, long-term position ideal for an individual with strong administrative skills who thrives in a busy school environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the school, providing effective administrative support to staff, students, parents, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to the school leadership team and teaching staff
- Manage telephone calls, emails, and visitor enquiries in a professional manner
- Maintain accurate student records and school databases
- Assist with attendance monitoring and reporting
- Prepare correspondence, reports, and other school documentation
- Support the organisation of meetings, events, and school activities
- Handle confidential information in line with data protection policies
- Ensure reception and administrative processes run efficiently
Pre-requisites:
- Previous administration experience, ideally within an educational setting
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High levels of organisation and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure
- Professional, friendly, and approachable manner
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one
- Two school-based references