School Administrator required, Wakefield!

Maze Recruitment Group is currently recruiting an experienced School Administrator to undertake a temporary contract within our Wakefield based client school. The role is full time working Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will ideally have recent experience of working within a school setting and experience with SIMS.

As the Schools Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the smooth operation of the school’s administration function. You will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and assisting in the implementation of administration strategies to attract, retain, and develop exceptional staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcoming visitors to the school, handlings enquiries and managing security sign ins.
• Answering phones and helping with queries and handling correspondence.  
• Monitoring student attendance and contacting parents regarding any absences.
• Updating student records, managing admissions in systems such as SIMS/Arbor.
• Maintaining inventory within the school, managing invoices and ordering supplies.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a administrative role, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in using administrative software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• Demonstrated understanding of current employment laws and regulations.

Working with MRG:

• We have been working with schools in West and South Yorkshire for 20 years. We work directly with a lot of headteachers and trusts due to our long-standing relationships.
• We pay all our staff in line with AWR so your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee from day one.
• You will have a dedicated education consultant who will work on your behalf and offer ongoing support and guidance.
• You will have access to a whole range of accredited CPD free of charge.
• You have access to our Referral Scheme where you can earn up to £200 bonus for each friend you refer to us, after a qualifying period of time.
• You have the opportunity to win exciting rewards and earn bonuses to supplement your income.

How to apply:

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

Maze Recruitment Group is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications, we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3-5 days.

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