School Admin Staff Jobs in Oldham OL1 | Immediate Start & Flexible Shifts

School Admin Staff Job Description

Are you an experienced and reliable administrator seeking a rewarding role within the education sector? Our client, a well-regarded secondary school in the heart of Oldham OL1, requires a proactive School Admin Staff member to join their busy office team on an immediate-start, temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital support role in a dynamic environment, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.

At Staffing Agency, we specialise in connecting skilled professionals with local opportunities. We understand the unique demands of school administration, from managing student records to being the first point of contact for parents. As your local recruitment partner in Oldham, we handle the vetting and payroll, so you can focus on making a positive impact from day one. If you're looking for a flexible, fast-paced role with purpose, this position is ideal. Whether you're an experienced School Admin Staff professional or a talented administrator from another sector looking to move into education, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Front Office Management: Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and students, handling enquiries in person, by phone, and via email with professionalism and discretion.
• Student Data & Record Keeping: Accurately maintaining and updating student records on the school's management information system (e.g., SIMS, Arbor), including attendance registers, pupil details, and safeguarding information.
• Administrative Support: Providing comprehensive support to teaching staff and senior leadership, including preparing correspondence, photocopying, filing, and managing stationery supplies.
• Financial & Logistical Tasks: Assisting with basic financial administration such as processing dinner money, managing petty cash, and coordinating arrangements for school trips and events.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Supporting the school's commitment to safeguarding by following strict protocols for visitor sign-in, maintaining confidentiality, and reporting concerns to the designated safeguarding lead.

Essential Skills & Requirements

• 1
  Proven experience in a busy administrative role, ideally within a school, college, or similarly complex office environment. Experience with school management software (SIMS) is a significant advantage.
• 2
  Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact calmly and professionally with children, parents, teachers, and external stakeholders.
• 3
  Strong IT literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to quickly learn new database systems.
• 4
  High levels of organisation, accuracy, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• 5
  A proactive, flexible, and resilient attitude. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, adapting to the changing needs of a school day.

A DBS check (or willingness to undergo one) is essential for this role. Staffing Agency can assist with the application process.