Part Time Administrator

Job Title: Part- Time Administrator

Location: Plymouth – Devonport Area

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Temporary ongoing

Hours: Part Time, Monday – Friday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm (20 hours per week)

*** AN ENHANCED DBS CHECK MUST BE COMPLETED FOR THIS ROLE ***

We are looking for a friendly, organised and approachable School Administrator to join a lovely primary school in the Devonport area of Plymouth.

This is a great opportunity to become part of a welcoming school community, working alongside a supportive team and helping to ensure the school office runs smoothly.

The role is varied and would suit someone who enjoys working with people, can manage a busy workload and takes pride in providing a helpful and professional service.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Being a friendly first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff and visitors.
  • Answering telephone calls, responding to emails and dealing with general enquiries.
  • Supporting the day-to-day running of the school office.
  • Maintaining accurate pupil information, attendance records and school databases.
  • Preparing letters, documents and other school correspondence.
  • Assisting with general administration, filing, photocopying and ordering supplies.
  • Helping to organise meetings, appointments and school activities.
  • Ensuring visitors follow the school's safeguarding and signing-in procedures.
  • Providing administrative support to the wider school team when required.

What we're looking for:

  • Previous administration experience, ideally within a school or education setting.
  • A friendly, approachable manner with excellent communication skills.
  • Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and database systems.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
  • Someone who is reliable, flexible and happy to support colleagues when needed.
  • Excellent attention to detail and an understanding of confidentiality.
  • Availability to start immediately, subject to the required safeguarding checks.
  • An Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to undertake a new Enhanced DBS check before starting on site.

This is a lovely opportunity for someone looking for part-time afternoon hours who would enjoy being part of a friendly primary school environment and making a positive contribution to the school community.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please send your CV over to us as soon as possible.

Morgan Parkes Recruitment Ltd operates in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently eligible to live and work in the UK. We operate a strict equal opportunities policy.

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