School Administrator – Fixed-Term (6 months)

About the role

Academics Ltd is partnering with a welcoming secondary school in Margate to hire an experienced School Administrator on a six‑month fixed‑term contract starting in September. The role involves providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the school.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain attendance, admissions and student records using SIMS or Arbor.
• Provide administrative support including filing, data entry, document management and correspondence.
• Serve as the first point of contact on reception, welcoming visitors, staff, parents and external agencies.
• Respond to enquiries efficiently and professionally, delivering excellent customer service.
• Support the wider administration team and senior leadership in daily school operations.
• Assist with school communications, reporting and general office duties as required.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a School Administrator in an educational setting.
• Strong working knowledge of SIMS or Arbor (essential).
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads in a busy school office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Required skills

• SIMS
• Arbor

What we offer

• Six‑month fixed‑term contract starting in September.
• Competitive pay of £14.50+ per hour.
• Supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Opportunity to develop experience within a busy secondary school.
• Ongoing support from the dedicated team at Academics Ltd.