Temporary School Administrator
JOB_54055004814879Job type
TemporaryLocation
DurhamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
School AdministrationIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
15-16 per hourClosing date
31 Jul 2026
Temporary School Administrator Required
School Administrator
Location: Durham
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Until October Half Term, with the potential to extend
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Until October Half Term, with the potential to extend
Hays Education are seeking a professional, organised, and proactive School Administrator to join a welcoming school in Durham from September 2026.
This is a full-time temporary position initially running until October half-term, with the possibility of an extension for the right candidate.
This is a full-time temporary position initially running until October half-term, with the possibility of an extension for the right candidate.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator looking to work within a busy educational environment, providing vital support to staff, pupils, parents, and visitors.
Responsibilities:
- Providing general administrative support across the school
- Managing reception duties and acting as the first point of contact for visitors and telephone enquiries
- Maintaining accurate pupil records and updating school databases
- Supporting attendance administration and reporting
- Processing correspondence, emails, and incoming documentation
- Assisting with admissions, enrolment, and school communications
- Scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars where required
- Supporting senior leadership and wider school teams with administrative tasks
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Previous administration experience within a school environment (highly desirable)
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages
- Experience using school MIS systems such as SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom, or similar (desirable)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- The ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively
- A professional and welcoming approach when dealing with pupils, parents, and staff
- High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
What You'll Receive:
- Competitive rates of pay
- A supportive and friendly school environment
- Valuable experience within a busy education setting
- Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays Education consultant
- Potential for the assignment to be extended beyond October half-term
Temporary School AdministratorJOB_540550048148792026-07-202026-07-31
Talk to Lauren Wigham, the specialist consultant managing this position
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