School Administrator - Outstanding School - Manchester...

School Administrator – Outstanding School – Manchester (Didsbury)

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School information:
This is an 11–18 Outstanding Ofsted-rated Secondary School located in Didsbury, Manchester , known for its exceptional leadership, high expectations and consistent academic success. The school is well-established within the community and continues to set the standard for strong teaching, excellent behaviour and holistic student development. Pupils are ambitious, confident and respectful, and staff benefit from a positive working culture built upon trust, collegiality and professional growth.

Administration plays a vital role in maintaining the school’s smooth operation. The administrative team is valued, supported and well-resourced, forming the backbone of the school’s communication, organisation and compliance systems. The school invests heavily in high-quality business operations because they understand that strong administrative practice enhances both student and staff experience.

About the Role:
The school is seeking an efficient, proactive and highly organised School Administrator to join its central office team. This is a key position that requires strong attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and a commitment to providing outstanding support to staff, students and parents.

You will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day office functions, responding to enquiries, supporting key administrative processes, and helping maintain accurate records. This role would suit an individual who is calm, approachable and able to manage a fast-paced workload while upholding a high standard of professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:
• Act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and staff, delivering friendly and professional communication.
• Manage emails, phone calls and correspondence, ensuring queries are handled efficiently.
• Support admissions processes, attendance systems and data entry tasks.
• Produce letters, reports, spreadsheets and documentation using Microsoft Office.
• Maintain accurate student records, safeguarding information and filing systems.
• Assist with school events, staff briefings, and administrative coordination.
• Work closely with senior leaders to ensure compliance with administrative policies.
• Support reprographics, resource organisation and classroom materials when needed.
• Provide support to HR, finance, data and pastoral systems when required.
• Uphold confidentiality, data protection policies and safeguarding obligations at all times.

Requirements:
• Strong administrative experience (school environment desirable but not essential).
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems.
• Professional, calm and reliable approach.

Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.