Senior Pastoral Administrator

Are you a confident and experienced school administrator ready to step into a senior role?
We’re working in partnership with educational Trust, to recruit a Senior Administrator who can deliver exceptional support across pastoral and whole-school administration.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to join a forward-thinking secondary school where every day brings something new - and where your organisational skills will directly impact student wellbeing and success.

The Role:

As Senior Administrator, you will be the backbone of the school’s administrative team, ensuring the smooth running of pastoral systems and supporting senior leadership with key processes.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading on all aspects of pastoral administration
• Supporting Co-Headteachers, SLT, and Heads of School with day-to-day administrative functions
• Coordinating parents’ evenings, partnership events, and communications with stakeholders
• Managing student records, safeguarding data, and school census updates
• Liaising with new families, transferring records and ensuring MIS data is accurate
• Being a visible, professional presence in school, supporting both students and visitors

What We’re Looking For:

This role requires someone highly organised, proactive, and confident managing competing priorities. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in a senior administrative role, ideally within a school setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with school MIS systems (e.g. SIMS, Arbor - training can be provided)
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and making a difference

Benefits:

• Join a high-performing, inclusive school with a supportive leadership team
• Make a real impact in the lives of students and families
• Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement
• Friendly, professional environment where your contributions are valued

Please Note:
All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide references in line with the school's safeguarding policies.

VNA Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialised consultancy dedicated to connecting teachers and support staff with both short-term and long-term opportunities in primary, secondary, and special education schools across London and the Home Counties. We prioritise safer recruitment practices and conduct thorough checks on all candidates we represent.