School Administrator

Location: Whitstable, KentSalary: Competitive (depending on experience)Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-TimeContract Type: PermanentStart Date: September 2026

Academics Ltd is working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established primary school in Whitstable to recruit an experienced and highly organised School Administrator for a permanent, full-time position starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated School Administrator to become a valued member of a friendly school community. As the School Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the school office while providing exceptional support to pupils, staff, parents, and visitors.

• Managing attendance, admissions, and pupil records using SIMS, Arbor, or other school management systems.
• Providing comprehensive administrative support, including data entry, filing, document management, and correspondence.
• Acting as the first point of contact on reception, welcoming visitors, parents, staff, and external agencies.
• Responding to telephone and email enquiries in a professional and friendly manner.
• Supporting the Headteacher and wider administration team with the day-to-day running of the school.
• Assisting with school communications, newsletters, reports, and general office administration.
• Maintaining confidential records in line with GDPR and safeguarding requirements.

To be considered for this School Administrator role, you will have:

• Previous experience working as a School Administrator within a primary or secondary school.
• Working knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom (desirable).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and work efficiently in a busy school office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

• Permanent, full-time position starting in September 2026.
• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• A supportive leadership team and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Ongoing support from Academics Ltd throughout the recruitment process.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced School Administrator looking to secure a permanent role within a thriving primary school in Whitstable. If you're an organised, proactive, and enthusiastic School Administrator who is passionate about supporting education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Academics Ltd for more information.