School Office Administrator

• Location: Worle, Weston-Super-Mare
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience
• Job Type: Fixed Term until 31st December 2025 starting ASAP
• Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 7am-3pm term time only

We are seeking a dedicated Administration Coordinator to join our exciting secondary school team in Worle. The main purpose of this role is to organise cover for absent teachers and provide comprehensive business support services. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the school, contributing to our overall aims and working within our policies and procedures.

• Organise cover for teaching and pastoral duties of absent teachers in line with academy policy.
• Deploy teachers, supply staff, and cover supervisors to cover absences and emergencies efficiently.
• Provide cover details to staff at the start of the day and update desktop cover information as needed.
• Ensure supply staff are familiar with academy procedures, including emergency evacuation and health and safety.
• Distribute cover work and act as the main point of contact for cover-related issues.
• Monitor the effectiveness of supply staff and report any concerns to the line manager.
• Provide administrative support to staff, managing communication with parents/carers.
• Undertake routine clerical and typing work, using Microsoft Office Programmes to produce documents.
• Answer telephone calls, take messages, and respond to routine enquiries.
• Run reports from SIMS and maintain accurate records in compliance with data legislation.
• Liaise with central business teams, including HR and finance, and support the HR team with sickness absence reporting.

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Previous administrative experience in a busy environment.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines, prioritise workload under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and competent in IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint.
• An understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding children and young people.

• Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to staff well-being and work-life balance.

To apply for the administration coordinator position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.