School Administrator

Polaris Education - Holdsworth School, Burnley School AdministratorSalary: £21,257.48 Contract: Term Time Only Hours: 37.5 hours Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme Location: Burnley, LancashireAre you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? Our new school in Burnley could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to children and young people.About the SchoolLocated in Burnley, Holdsworth School will provide a safe and supportive environment for up to 48 pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. The school will form part of the Polaris Community, which has been improving the lives of young people for over 30 years.Role ResponsibilitiesAs School Administrator, you will provide a warm welcome for parents, visitors and colleagues, while supporting the smooth running of the school through reception, administration and attendance duties.Key responsibilities include:Answering calls, welcoming visitors and managing school correspondenceMaintaining calendars, records, filing systems and school informationSupporting meetings, including scheduling and minute takingAssisting the head teacher, school management team and education staffSupporting attendance processes, registers, reports and parent/carer communicationManaging resources, post, deliveries, ID cards and school diary arrangementsUsing SIMS and other IT systems accuratelySupporting safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection processesClick apply now to view the full job description on our careers portal.RequirementsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organisation, time management and prioritisation skillsKnowledge of child protection and safeguarding practicesExperience of developing systems and processesExcellent understanding of SIMSAbility to work within allocated budgets and monitor costsAbility to relate well to children and adultsAble to work as part of a team and use own initiativeAbility to work under pressure while maintaining confidentialityThe successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Education. Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.TPBN1_UKTJ