Position: Senior Admin Officer
Location: Hackney, London
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start

Senior Admin Officer | Outstanding Primary School in Hackney

An outstanding primary school in Hackney is seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Admin Officer to join its busy school office. This is an excellent opportunity for an administrative professional who is confident working in a fast-paced environment and enjoys playing a central role in the smooth running of a school.

The successful candidate will provide senior-level administrative support across the school, working closely with the Headteacher, School Business Manager, teaching staff, parents and external professionals. The position will involve overseeing a wide range of administrative processes, maintaining accurate records and ensuring that the school office provides an efficient and professional service.

Similar Senior Administration Officer roles in Hackney have included responsibility for attendance, data management, communications, admissions and wider school administration, demonstrating the varied nature of this type of position.

The Role

This is a varied position requiring someone who can confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail. You will help coordinate the daily operation of the school office and provide support to senior leaders across a range of administrative matters.

You will also be expected to deal professionally with parents, visitors, staff and external agencies, ensuring enquiries are handled promptly and appropriately.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day administration of the school office.

• Provide administrative support to the Headteacher and senior leadership team.

• Maintain accurate pupil and staff records.

• Manage correspondence, telephone enquiries and general communications.

• Support admissions, attendance and pupil data processes.

• Maintain and update the school's management information system.

• Prepare reports, documents and correspondence as required.

• Coordinate meetings, appointments and school events.

• Liaise professionally with parents, carers and external organisations.

• Support the organisation of school records and confidential documentation.

• Assist with finance and purchasing administration where required.

• Ensure administrative procedures are followed consistently.

• Support members of the wider administrative team.

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR requirements.

• Contribute to safeguarding procedures and ensure concerns are passed to the appropriate member of staff.

About the School

The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary setting in Hackney with high expectations for pupils and staff. The administrative team plays an important role in supporting the school's wider operation, ensuring teachers can focus on teaching and pupils receive the support they need.

The successful Senior Admin Officer will join a collaborative environment where professionalism, organisation and effective communication are highly valued.

Hackney Education currently lists a number of school-based administrative vacancies, highlighting the importance of strong administrative teams across local schools.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a senior administrative, school office, education or similar professional environment.

You should have:

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.

• Experience maintaining accurate records and databases.

• The ability to manage confidential information appropriately.

• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional manner.

• The ability to work independently and use initiative.

• Experience managing competing priorities in a busy environment.

• A flexible and proactive approach to administrative work.

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Experience with SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom or another school management information system would be advantageous.

How to Apply

To be considered for this Senior Admin Officer position in Hackney, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.