School Administrator / Office Support Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference ADLEYAD_1794242301
Closing date December 10, 2026
Location Leyland, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

School Administrator / Office Support Assistant

Location: Leyland, LancashireSalary: £15.00 per hourContract: PermanentHours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 1:00pmWorking Pattern: Part-Time, Term Time Only

About the Role

We are seeking a friendly, organised and reliable School Administrator / Office Support Assistant to join the team at a welcoming Primary Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Leyland.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school office, providing an efficient administrative and reception service to pupils, parents/carers, staff and external professionals.

You will be responsible for handling telephone and face-to-face enquiries, maintaining accurate pupil records, supporting attendance administration, managing correspondence and assisting with general office duties.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and communication skills who enjoys working in an educational environment and is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide general administrative and clerical support to the school office.
  • Act as the first point of contact for parents/carers, visitors and external professionals.
  • Answer telephone calls, respond to enquiries and direct messages to appropriate staff.
  • Maintain accurate pupil records, databases and school management information systems (MIS).
  • Support attendance administration, including recording pupil absences and updating attendance records.
  • Assist with admissions, pupil transfers and maintaining confidential pupil files.
  • Prepare letters, emails, reports, forms and general school correspondence.
  • Manage incoming and outgoing post, emails and office communications.
  • Undertake filing, photocopying, scanning, printing and document management.
  • Assist with arranging meetings, appointments and school activities.
  • Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive pupil, family and staff information.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, senior leaders, parents/carers and external agencies.
  • Help maintain a welcoming, organised and professional school reception environment.

    • Requirements

    Essential

  • GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
  • Previous administrative, reception or office support experience.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Ability to manage tasks independently and work as part of a team.
  • A friendly, professional and approachable manner.
  • Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and data protection responsibilities.

    • Desirable

  • Previous experience working in a school or educational setting.
  • Experience using school management information systems (MIS).
  • Knowledge of school attendance, admissions and pupil record administration.
  • Experience working within a primary or SEN setting.
  • Understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
  • Relevant safeguarding training.

    • Personal Qualities

  • Friendly, welcoming and approachable.
  • Patient, understanding and empathetic towards children and families.
  • Highly organised, reliable and able to use initiative.
  • Professional and discreet when handling confidential information.
  • Flexible and adaptable to the needs of a busy school office.
  • A positive team player with a proactive attitude.
  • Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and promoting pupil welfare.

    • Safeguarding Statement

    The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references and relevant safeguarding checks, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

    The successful candidate will be expected to share the school's commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the welfare of all pupils.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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