School Administrator – Secondary School – Maidstone

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A well-established secondary school in Maidstone is looking to appoint an organised and professional School Administrator to join its busy and welcoming office team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where every day is different and where they can make a genuine contribution to the smooth running of a successful school.

Working alongside the Office Manager, Senior Leadership Team and wider support staff, you will provide high-quality administrative support across a range of school functions. You will be the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external agencies, ensuring everyone receives a friendly, professional and efficient service while helping maintain the excellent standards expected across the school.

This role would suit someone who thrives in a busy environment, has exceptional organisational skills and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 secondary school that is committed to delivering an ambitious and inclusive education where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school has established a strong reputation for excellent pastoral care, high expectations and a welcoming community where students feel valued and supported.

Staff benefit from a collaborative working culture, approachable leadership and regular opportunities for professional development. Every member of staff plays an important role in ensuring students receive the highest quality educational experience.

The school has invested in modern administrative systems and technology, allowing support staff to work efficiently while providing excellent service to the whole school community.

Administration Team

The Administration Team provides essential support across every area of the school, ensuring daily operations run efficiently while delivering outstanding customer service.

As School Administrator, your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming visitors, parents and external agencies.

• Managing incoming telephone and email enquiries.

• Maintaining accurate pupil records using the school's management information system.

• Preparing letters, reports and confidential documentation.

• Supporting admissions and enrolment processes.

• Coordinating appointments and meeting schedules.

• Processing incoming and outgoing post.

• Ordering office supplies and monitoring stock levels.

• Supporting attendance administration where required.

• Assisting with school events and parents' evenings.

• Maintaining confidential records in accordance with GDPR.

• Providing administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff.

The successful candidate will join an experienced office team where professionalism, teamwork and excellent customer service are highly valued.

Requirements

• Previous administration experience, ideally within education.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Experience using school MIS systems is desirable.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to manage competing priorities.

• Professional and approachable manner.

• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Application

To apply for this School Administrator position, please send your CV as soon as possible.