School Administrator – Outstanding Secondary School – Greenwich

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School Information

This is a thriving 11–18 Outstanding secondary school located in Greenwich. The school is widely recognised for its high academic standards, strong pastoral systems, and inclusive ethos. Serving a richly diverse community, the school prides itself on maintaining a calm, purposeful learning environment where students are respectful, ambitious, and motivated to succeed.

The leadership team is forward-thinking and committed to continuous improvement. Staff benefit from strong professional support, open communication channels, and a culture built around collaboration and shared responsibility. Facilities include modern teaching spaces, dedicated pastoral hubs, a well-equipped Sixth Form centre, and streamlined digital systems supporting efficient administration.

With sustained academic outcomes above national averages and a reputation for excellent student behaviour, the school continues to expand its support infrastructure. The administration team plays a crucial role in the smooth daily operation of the school and is highly valued within the wider staff community.

Role Overview

The School Administrator will be central to the day-to-day running of the school office, providing high-quality administrative and organisational support to staff, students, parents, and senior leadership.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as a first point of contact for parents, visitors, and external agencies

• Managing telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries professionally

• Maintaining accurate student records on the school MIS (Arbor/SIMS)

• Supporting attendance processes and safeguarding documentation

• Coordinating meeting schedules, room bookings, and SLT diaries

• Producing reports, letters, and communications on behalf of senior leaders

• Supporting admissions paperwork and transition documentation

• Assisting with school events, open evenings, and parents’ evenings

• Managing filing systems and ensuring GDPR compliance

• Handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion

The role requires excellent organisation, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment. You will contribute significantly to maintaining the school’s reputation for efficiency and professionalism.

Administrative Team Information

You will join an experienced administrative team led by the Office Manager. The team works collaboratively across attendance, admissions, safeguarding, and pastoral departments. Digital systems are well established, and training is provided for all internal platforms.

The working culture is supportive, structured, and fast-paced. The school values reliability, positivity, and initiative within its administrative team.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in administration (school experience desirable but not essential)

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems

• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Professional and approachable manner

• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.