Office Administrator
Full-time
Mid
Description
General Office Administrator
Location: Cranleigh, Surrey, United Kingdom
Job Overview
We are seeking a friendly, motivated, and adaptable General Office Administrator to provide high-quality clerical and administrative support for our specialist school and college. This is a key role in the smooth running of the school office, requiring a proactive, "hands-on" approach.
Supporting students aged 5-19 with complex learning disabilities and severe social communication and behavioural issues.
Actual salary: £22,767 - £24,184 per year.
42 Weeks (Term Time + 15 Days).
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 paid hours per week (8:30 am - 4:30 pm), Monday to Friday.
Bonus: An additional £1,000 Retention Bonus is offered.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-level administrative support to the school leadership team and staff.
Manage and update school records, ideally utilizing SIMS (School Information Management System) or a similar platform.
Answer phone calls, emails, and handle general inquiries from parents and visitors.
Assist with the preparation of reports, letters, and communications.
Accurately record comprehensive notes during Annual Review meetings to support students' EHCPs.
Manage student data, admissions, and attendance records.
Organise meetings, appointments, and events.
Provide cover for the school Receptionist on the front desk when required.
For the 52-week position only: Provide administrative support for the admissions process and the fundraising team.
Required Skills and Experience
Experience: Proven experience in an administrative role is necessary; experience within an educational setting is advantageous but not essential.
Technical Skills: Familiarity with SIMS or a strong willingness to quickly learn a new system.
Communication: Excellent communication skills with a friendly, confident, and professional attitude. Must be confident communicating with staff, external agencies, and prospective parents, and have empathy for the needs of our students.
Qualities: A reliable team player who is flexible, enthusiastic, and possesses strong organisational skills.
Resilience: Must possess the physical, mental, and emotional resilience required for this specialist setting.
Benefits and Support
£1,000 Retention Bonus: Paid across the first 18 months of employment.
Paid Holiday: 25 days holiday plus public holidays paid.
Wellbeing Package: Life insurance and Medical Cashplan, plus access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Service (counselling and professional support).
On-site Perks: Free hot lunch during term time, provided by our in-house catering team.
Development: Annual performance-related pay progression, 1:1 mentoring, and CPD training.
Mandatory Training: Full Safeguarding and Team Teach positive behaviour support training provided as part of your induction.
Transport: Ample free car parking on-site (own transport is desirable due to the rural location).
Location: Cranleigh, Surrey, United Kingdom
Job Overview
We are seeking a friendly, motivated, and adaptable General Office Administrator to provide high-quality clerical and administrative support for our specialist school and college. This is a key role in the smooth running of the school office, requiring a proactive, "hands-on" approach.
Supporting students aged 5-19 with complex learning disabilities and severe social communication and behavioural issues.
Actual salary: £22,767 - £24,184 per year.
42 Weeks (Term Time + 15 Days).
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 paid hours per week (8:30 am - 4:30 pm), Monday to Friday.
Bonus: An additional £1,000 Retention Bonus is offered.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-level administrative support to the school leadership team and staff.
Manage and update school records, ideally utilizing SIMS (School Information Management System) or a similar platform.
Answer phone calls, emails, and handle general inquiries from parents and visitors.
Assist with the preparation of reports, letters, and communications.
Accurately record comprehensive notes during Annual Review meetings to support students' EHCPs.
Manage student data, admissions, and attendance records.
Organise meetings, appointments, and events.
Provide cover for the school Receptionist on the front desk when required.
For the 52-week position only: Provide administrative support for the admissions process and the fundraising team.
Required Skills and Experience
Experience: Proven experience in an administrative role is necessary; experience within an educational setting is advantageous but not essential.
Technical Skills: Familiarity with SIMS or a strong willingness to quickly learn a new system.
Communication: Excellent communication skills with a friendly, confident, and professional attitude. Must be confident communicating with staff, external agencies, and prospective parents, and have empathy for the needs of our students.
Qualities: A reliable team player who is flexible, enthusiastic, and possesses strong organisational skills.
Resilience: Must possess the physical, mental, and emotional resilience required for this specialist setting.
Benefits and Support
£1,000 Retention Bonus: Paid across the first 18 months of employment.
Paid Holiday: 25 days holiday plus public holidays paid.
Wellbeing Package: Life insurance and Medical Cashplan, plus access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Service (counselling and professional support).
On-site Perks: Free hot lunch during term time, provided by our in-house catering team.
Development: Annual performance-related pay progression, 1:1 mentoring, and CPD training.
Mandatory Training: Full Safeguarding and Team Teach positive behaviour support training provided as part of your induction.
Transport: Ample free car parking on-site (own transport is desirable due to the rural location).