School Administrator (Part-Time)
Type: Temporary (ongoing), Part-Time
Location: Uxbridge
Hours: 7am to 11am, Monday to Friday
Start Date: Immediate start preferred
Are you a highly organised and adaptable individual with strong administrative skills? We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join a local school in Uxbridge. This is a part-time, temporary role, perfect for someone looking to contribute to a school environment while enjoying a flexible morning schedule.
Role Overview: As a School Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for staff absences and play a crucial role in ensuring that classes are adequately covered. You will manage the cover arrangements, maintain records, and liaise with supply teachers and agencies to minimise disruption to students' learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage Daily Staff Cover: Organise cover for absent teachers to ensure minimal disruption to students' learning.
- Communication: Receive and manage staff absence notifications via phone and email, and update the school management system (SIMS).
- Coordination: Arrange cover staff, including cover supervisors, supply teachers, and in-house staff, ensuring all classes are adequately covered.
- Liaise with Agencies: Contact supply agencies to engage short-term teachers and negotiate rates for long-term placements.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of staff absences, cover arrangements, and supply teacher information.
- Daily Administration: Prepare the daily cover sheet and display it in the staffroom by 8.00 am.
- Emergency Cover: Handle any unexpected absences and make necessary cover arrangements quickly and efficiently.
- Data Management: Provide regular reports on staff absences and cover to senior leadership, and assist with administrative tasks as needed.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Experience with SIMS: Familiarity with the School Information Management System (SIMS) is highly desirable. However, training can be provided for candidates with strong system skills who can pick up new software quickly.
- Excellent Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and ensure all classes are covered promptly.
- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy when updating records and handling cover arrangements.
- Adaptability: Ability to think on your feet and respond to unexpected changes or emergencies.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with staff, supply agencies, and senior leadership.
- DBS Check: A current DBS check is beneficial, but the school is willing to arrange this for the right candidate.
Why Apply?
- Morning Hours: Perfect for someone looking for part-time work or to fit around other commitments (7am – 11am, Monday to Friday).
- Immediate Start: Get started right away and gain valuable experience in a school setting.
- Supportive Environment: Join a friendly and welcoming team dedicated to supporting student learning.
- Ongoing Opportunity: This temporary role has the potential to extend or transition into a permanent position.
What You Need to Do Now:
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