** Office Administrator **

• £24,562 - £26,090 with an additional £1,000 Retention Bonus
• 5 paid hours per week, 8.30am-4.30pm
• Based in Cranleigh, Surrey

We are looking for a friendly, motivated and adaptable Administrator to join a business and administration team providing high quality administrative support for a varied range of clerical and administrative tasks for the Trust.

Candidates will have to demonstrate flexibility and enthusiasm and enjoy working within a team, with all members of the school community; therefore, excellent communication skills and a friendly, confident and welcoming nature are key for this position. Basic office experience is necessary, and working in a school is advantageous but not essential.

The successful candidates will play a key role in the smooth running of the school office and will embrace taking a proactive “hands on” approach wherever needed, providing essential support to staff, students, and parents.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide administrative support to the school leadership team and staff.
• Maintain and update school records using SIMS (School Information Management System).
• Answer phone calls, emails, and handle general inquiries from parents and visitors.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, letters, and communications.
• Accurately record comprehensive notes during the students Annual Review meetings to support the effective implementation and monitoring of students EHCP’s.
• Manage student data, admissions, and attendance records.
• Organise meetings, appointments, and events for staff.
• Ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school office.
• Providing support to the school Receptionist on the front desk when cover is required.
• Providing support to the Director of Business on the admissions process and providing admin support to the fundraising team.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in an administrative role, ideally within an educational setting.
• Familiarity with SIMS or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A reliable team player who is comfortable working collaboratively within our small team as well as independently.
• A positive and professional attitude with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Be confident at communicating with staff of all levels, external agencies and prospective parents and must have empathy for the needs of our students.