Senior Administration Officer | Outstanding Primary School | Hackney

Position: Senior Administration Officer
Location: Hackney
Contract: Full-Time Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

An Outstanding Primary School in Hackney is seeking to appoint an experienced and highly organised Senior Administration Officer to join its welcoming and dedicated support team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the smooth running of a thriving school that is committed to delivering exceptional education within a supportive and inclusive environment.

The school is recognised for its outstanding leadership strong community ethos and commitment to providing the highest standards of education and pastoral care. Staff enjoy a collaborative working culture ongoing professional development and the opportunity to make a real difference to the daily life of the school.

The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative support across the school while helping to lead the day-to-day operation of the busy school office.

Working closely with the Headteacher School Business Manager and wider administrative team you will oversee key administrative processes maintain accurate school records support admissions and attendance coordinate communications and ensure an efficient service for pupils parents staff and visitors.

This is a varied role requiring excellent organisational skills strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks within a fast-paced school environment.

• Support the management of the school office and administrative team

• Maintain accurate pupil records and management information systems

• Assist with admissions attendance and reporting processes

• Coordinate communication with parents staff governors and external agencies

• Provide administrative support to senior leaders

• Ensure compliance with GDPR safeguarding and school procedures

• Coordinate meetings events and visitor management

• Contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the school

This Outstanding Primary School in Hackney offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school has a strong reputation for academic excellence high expectations and positive relationships across the whole community.

The administrative team is highly valued and plays a central role in supporting teaching and learning. Staff benefit from supportive leadership excellent training opportunities and a positive working culture with opportunities for career progression.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a senior administrative role

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and school management systems

• Ability to work accurately and manage competing priorities

• Professional approachable and able to maintain confidentiality

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational setting

• Knowledge of SIMS Arbor or Bromcom

• Understanding of admissions attendance and safeguarding procedures

• Experience supervising or supporting administrative staff

If you are interested in this Senior Administration Officer role at an Outstanding Primary School in Hackney please submit your CV as soon as possible.