Admin Assistant Required in Hackney

Job Title: School Admin Assistant

Location: Hackney East London

Contract Type: Full-time Permanent (Term Time Only)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Scale 4 / NJC Grade (Dependent on experience)

Role Overview

A vibrant and inclusive primary school in Hackney is seeking an organized and welcoming Admin Assistant to join its busy school office. This full-time term-time-only position is essential to the day-to-day operational success of the school acting as the first point of contact for parents visitors and external agencies while delivering core administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team.

The role is ideal for an experienced administrator front-of-house receptionist or customer service professional looking to thrive in a community-centred East London educational setting. Working under the guidance of the Office Manager you will assist with pupil data daily communications attendance tracking and general front-office tasks.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Front of House & Reception: Welcome visitors politely answer incoming telephone inquiries manage general email correspondence and assist parents and carers warmly.

• Pupil Data & Attendance: Input and update pupil records on school management systems (e.g. SIMS Arbor or Bromcom) process daily attendance and track absences.

• General School Administration: Assist with typing correspondence preparing parent newsletters managing incoming/outgoing mail ordering office stock and managing reprographics.

• Admissions & Events Support: Support pupil admissions procedures collate trip permission slips and assist with administrative prep for school events.

• Qualifications & Skills: Previous clerical/administrative experience (ideally in an educational or public sector setting) strong IT skills (MS Office / Google Workspace) excellent communication skills and a clear Enhanced DBS check.

School & Department Highlights

• Community-Focused: A welcoming diverse school environment situated in the heart of East London with excellent transport connections via London Overground and bus routes.

• Modern Office Infrastructure: Equipped with user-friendly digital management tools central communication channels and shared administrative resources.

• Professional Growth: Access to local authority network training continuous IT software development and support for professional career advancement.

To Apply

To be considered for this Admin Assistant position in Hackney please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.