A dynamic and nurturing independent preparatory school located in the heart of London is looking for a School Administrator. The nursery section is hosted within the school with little ones from 6 months up until pre-school age at 4.
They are seeking a motivated and energetic Administrator to join their team and play a pivotal role in supporting the smooth operation of our school.
You will be an essential part of the administrative team, leading on and assisting with various tasks that contribute to the efficient functioning of the office. This is a physical role that requires an enthusiastic individual who is willing to be hands-on and engage with various aspects of school administration.
As School Administrator you will:
- Answer telephones with back up from Practice Manager, taking messages where necessary.
- Ensure all registers are taken twice daily and absences followed up in accordance with KCSIE and safeguarding
- Clerical duties, for example designing flyers, diary management, posters, photocopying, filing, and preparing documents
- Meet and greet clients and those attending meetings.
- Prepare refreshments for meeting: tea, coffee, water, and lunch / snacks.
- Book meetings as and when required.
- Manage Outlook diaries.
- Manage the post / emails
- Keep a check on supplies and when necessary, purchase more.
- Ensure the tidiness of the meeting rooms and the reception area, and general tidiness of office space – including recycling.
- Make stationery orders.
- Manage recruitment for the office - log CV's and coordinate interviews.
The ideal School Administrator will hold the following skills and experiences:
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanour
- Excellent organisational skills with an eye for detail
- Good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- A willingness to learn and take on new tasks
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Prior experience in an administrative role/school is advantageous but not essential
- An active DBS certificate is preferred
In return, you will receive a competitive annual salary depending on skills and experience in addition to a plethora of benefits including free breakfast and lunch, subsidised gym membership, company pension and an opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive environment.
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