Full job descriptionSenior School Administrator
Sunderland
Start Date: January 2027
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Long-term temporary

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Administrator to join a busy and welcoming school in Sunderland from January 2027.
This is a fantastic long-term temporary opportunity for an organised, proactive and confident administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
Previous experience working within a school or education setting is highly desirable.

Key responsibilities may include:
*Supporting the day-to-day running of the school office
*Providing high-quality administrative support to senior leaders and wider school staff
*Managing correspondence, emails, calls and enquiries
*Maintaining accurate pupil and staff records
*Supporting with attendance, admissions and general school administration
*Preparing reports, letters and other documentation
*Liaising professionally with parents, staff and external agencies
*Using school management and administrative systems
*Supporting and coordinating other administrative tasks across the school
*Ensuring confidential information is handled appropriately
The ideal candidate will:
Have strong administrative experience, ideally within a school or education setting
Be highly organised and able to prioritise a busy workload
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Be confident using Microsoft Office and administrative systems
Have excellent attention to detail
Be able to work independently and as part of a wider school team
Be professional, approachable and able to handle sensitive information confidentially

If you’re an experienced administrator looking for your next opportunity within a Sunderland school, I’d love to hear from you.


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