Job Description

Humly North East is looking for a school administrator to work in one of lovely primary school's in NE4. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and dedicated team within a thriving and supportive educational environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the school's administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff in the school office Manage telephone and email communications efficiently and professionally Maintain accurate student records and update school databases (e.g., SIMS) Support attendance monitoring and reporting Assist with admissions, pupil data, and school census submissions Handle incoming and outgoing mail, ordering supplies, and other administrative tasks Provide general clerical support to the Headteacher and senior leadership team

What We're Looking For

Previous administrative experience, ideally in an educational setting Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Ability to priorities workload and work efficiently under pressure Discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail Knowledge of SIMS or other school systems is desirable (training can be provided)

Why Join Us?

Friendly, supportive staff and leadership Opportunities for professional development A chance to contribute to a positive school environment and make a real difference
At Humly, we are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups' regime [2006] & the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service ("the DBS") and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).

School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 unless it is a "protected" conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 13.68-15.60 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Experience:

Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025