School Administrator – Administrative Support for Headteacher

About the role

Reed Education is supporting a school in Crawley and is looking for a dedicated School Administrator to provide high‑quality administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher and the wider school community. The role is central to the smooth operation of the school’s administrative functions and to ensuring the Governing Board meets its statutory obligations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Governing Board, coordinate meetings, take minutes and maintain governance records.
• Act as PA to the Headteacher, handling document preparation, filing and general clerical tasks.
• Manage the reception area, greet visitors and handle enquiries professionally.
• Maintain and update school information systems such as BROMCOM MIS, ensuring accurate and confidential pupil records.
• Assist with pupil welfare, maintain medical records and support first‑aid processes.
• Help organise school trips, events and other operational documentation.

Required profile

• Strong customer service and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work under pressure and maintain high levels of accuracy.
• Professional discretion and confidentiality.
• Team player who can also work independently and take initiative.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive).

Required skills

• MS Office suite.
• BROMCOM MIS (school management information system).

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £20‑£21.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.