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School Administrator Opportunity

  • Posted: 05-09-2025
  • Category: Other School Roles
  • Location: Manchester
  • Type: Full-time / Permanent
  • Salary: £13.83 - £17 per hour
School Administrator Opportunity – M3

Are you an organised and motivated administrator looking to make a difference in education? This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Smile Education is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in the M3 area to recruit a dedicated School Administrator. In this vital role, you’ll help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office while supporting staff, pupils, and parents.
 
Position: School Administrator
Location: M3 (Manchester)
Pay: £13.83 – £17.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-Time
 
What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Managing the daily operations of the school office
  • Maintaining accurate student records, data, and attendance systems
  • Supporting communication with parents, staff, and external stakeholders
  • Assisting with budgeting, invoicing, and general resource planning
  • Providing essential administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff
  • Coordinating school events, meetings, and activities
  • Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and school policies
 
What We’re Looking For:
  • Previous experience in a school office or a similar administrative role
  • Strong organisational and multitasking skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Calm, professional approach with the ability to prioritise under pressure
  • A valid Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply through Smile Education)
  • Experience using SIMS or similar school management systems is highly desirable

Why Join Smile Education?
  • Competitive and transparent pay structure
  • Flexible working arrangements where possible
  • Ongoing support from your dedicated Smile consultant
  • Access to CPD and career development opportunities
  • The chance to make a positive difference in a supportive, inclusive school setting
 
If you’re seeking a rewarding role in education and want to be part of a school where your contribution truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact sarah@smile-education.co.uk for more information.
 
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will undergo relevant compliance checks including DBS, Barred List, and reference verification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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