School Administrator (SIMS Specialist)

Location: Accrington, Lancashire

Salary: £14.89 - £17.21 per hour PAYE

Contract: Full-Time, 37.5hrs per week

Start Date: ASAP

Are you a highly organised administrator with a mastery of SIMS? We are seeking a dedicated and resilient School Administrator to join our vibrant Alternative Provision in Accrington.

In an Alternative Provision setting, the front office is the heart of the school. You won't just be managing data; you'll be the first point of contact for our students, families, and external agencies. We need someone who can maintain a calm, professional atmosphere while juggling the fast-paced demands of school life.

• SIMS Management: Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, admissions, and reporting.

• Front of House: Act as the face of the school, welcoming visitors and managing the switchboard with a friendly, supportive approach.

• Financial Admin: Assist with processing invoices, petty cash, and ordering supplies as required.

• Safeguarding Support: Ensure all visitor checks and administrative compliance meet Ofsted's "Outstanding" safeguarding standards.

• General Admin: Provide high-quality secretarial support to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

• Essential: Proven experience using SIMS (Student Information Management System) in a school setting.

• Resilience: Experience or an interest in working within an Alternative Provision (AP) or SEN environment.

• Communication: The ability to communicate effectively with students who may face barriers to learning.

• Efficiency: A "can-do" attitude with the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.

• Local Knowledge: Ideally based in or near Accrington for an immediate start.

• A supportive, tight-knit staff team dedicated to changing student outcomes.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD.

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in a specialised educational setting.

If you are a passionate School Administrator ready to make a difference starting asap, we want to hear from you! Please contact Christina on or send your CV to or click apply.