Senior Administrator - Education

Derby Permanent £30,000 - £33,000 per year View Job Description
Senior Administrator - Education£30,000 - £33,000 + benefitsPermanent role in Derby, fully office basedRole covers 52 weeks of the year, during term time and school holidaysStart date 1st MayA personal statement will be required as part of the next stageThe successful postholder will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS
  • Opportunity to work for a school in Derby
  • 52 weeks of the year, including school holidays

About Our Client

This is a chance to make a real difference to the lives of students and staff at a specialist school, ensuring the smooth operation of the school community.

  • Senior Administrator - Education
  • £30,000 - £33,000 + benefits
  • Permanent role in Derby, fully office based
  • Role covers 52 weeks of the year, during term time and school holidays
  • Start date 1st May
  • A personal statement will be required as part of the next stage
  • The successful postholder will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS

Job Description

  • Lead and manage the administrative team, ensuring smooth office operations.
  • Coordinate key school processes, including admissions, attendance, and compliance.
  • Support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team with strategic planning and data analysis.
  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and school communications.
  • Oversee HR tasks, such as recruitment, onboarding, and staff records.
  • Act as a point of contact for stakeholders, delivering exceptional service.

The Successful Applicant

  • A good level of literacy and numeracy.
  • Proven ability in an senior administrative role, ideally with exposure to HR, finance, or payroll functions in an educational or care setting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn and use databases effectively.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Previously worked with children and young people ideally with SEN.
  • Familiarity with safeguarding processes and legal compliance within an educational setting.

What's on Offer

  • Senior Administrator - Education
  • £30,000 - £33,000 + benefits
  • Permanent role in Derby, fully office based
  • Role covers 52 weeks of the year, during term time and school holidays
  • Start date 1st May
  • A personal statement will be required as part of the next stage
  • The successful postholder will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS



Benefits:

  • Competitive Pension
  • Perkbox - offering high street discounts
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Car lease scheme
  • Fully funded training and qualifications
  • Bike to work scheme
Contact
Gemma Edwards
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6689043
Phone number
+44 115 934 8690

Job summary

Job function
Business Support
Subsector
Administrator
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Derby
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Gemma Edwards
Consultant phone
+44 115 934 8690
Job reference
JN-032025-6689043