School Administrator

School Administrator - Secondary School | Barnet | ASAP Start

Are you an experienced School Administrator looking for a new opportunity in a supportive and well-organised school environment?

Do you have excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills, with a passion for supporting staff, students, and families?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in Barnet that is seeking a proactive and efficient School Administrator to join their front office team as soon as possible. This is a full-time, long-term role, working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, ideal for someone with previous school admin or office-based experience who thrives in a busy and varied role.

As a School Administrator, you will:

• Be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and students at the school reception.

• Handle incoming phone calls, emails, and general school correspondence.

• Manage student attendance records and liaise with parents regarding absences.

• Assist with admissions, school communications, and maintaining student records.

• Provide general administrative support to the senior leadership team, teaching staff, and wider school departments.

• Support with data entry and use of school systems such as SIMS (training can be provided).

• Help coordinate school events, meetings, and documentation.

• Previous experience in a school office or similar administrative setting.

• Experience with school systems such as SIMS, BROMCOM or Arbor.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and professional manner.

• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• High level of organisation, accuracy, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

• A welcoming and well-organised secondary school in Barnet with a supportive leadership team.

• Full-time, long-term role with working hours from 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

• Competitive daily rate, based on experience and responsibilities.

• Opportunities for professional development and training in school systems.

• Excellent transport links and on-site facilities.

If you're an organised and motivated School Administrator ready to make a positive impact in a school setting, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now with your CV, or contact Elizabeth on (option 3) or email for more information.

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