School Administrator

Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Easthorpe School!

Position: School Administrator

Basic Salary: £21,257.48

Contract: Term Time Only

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Ruddington, Nottinghamshire

Why Choose Us?

At Easthorpe School, we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and young people in the East Midlands. As an independent specialist provision, we support pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and various diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.

Since opening in November 2022, our vibrant community has grown to 70 pupils and 50 dedicated staff members. We are proud to be part of the Polaris Community, which has been enhancing the lives of young people for over 30 years, with 100% of our education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role

As our School Administrator, you will be the welcoming face of Easthorpe School, ensuring a positive experience for parents, visitors, and colleagues. Your responsibilities will include:

Key Responsibilities

• Reception Duties:
  • Greet parents and visitors with warmth and professionalism.
  • Manage phone calls and messages efficiently.
  • Ensure visitor safety by managing sign-ins and badges.
  • Maintain the shared calendar and school information.
  • Coordinate deliveries and manage resource ordering.
• Administrative Support:
  • Assist the Headteacher and management team with various administrative tasks.
  • Produce letters, manage filing, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Input data into our management systems, including Ed:gen and CPOMS.
  • Organize meetings and manage the school diary.
• Attendance Monitoring:
  • Track and report on pupil attendance and punctuality.
  • Communicate with parents regarding absenteeism.
  • Collaborate with the leadership team to manage attendance records.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a passionate individual who thrives in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and time management skills.
• Experience with Ed:gen and CPOMS.
• A commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions & Benefits

At Easthorpe School, we value our staff and offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Company Pension and Life Assurance.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join Us!

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply! We invite potential candidates to arrange a visit to our school before applying, so you can see firsthand the positive environment we foster.

Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required, with costs covered by Polaris Education.

We are an equal opportunities employer and warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates.