School Administrator – Full‑time, South East London

About the role

We are seeking an organised, friendly, and proactive School Administrator to join a welcoming school in South East London. This full‑time position involves managing the front‑of‑house operations and providing essential administrative support to staff and pupils.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the school reception, greet visitors, parents and pupils.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to emails in a professional manner.
• Maintain accurate pupil records and update school databases.
• Support attendance, admissions and general school administration tasks.
• Prepare letters, reports and other documentation.
• Assist with diary management, meetings and school events.
• Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team and wider staff.

Required profile

• Previous administration experience (school experience desirable but not essential).
• Excellent communication and customer‑service abilities.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Professional, approachable and flexible attitude.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Familiarity with school management systems such as Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom (advantageous).

What we offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay.
• Opportunity to work within a rewarding education setting.