School Administrator

Establishment: St Augustine’s CE Primary School

Location: Pendlebury

Department: Administration

Job Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 01/05/2026 00:00 Interview Date: W/c 04/05/2026 Start Date: ASAP

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks

Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 44.650

Pay Grade: NJC | SCP6 - SCP11

Salary: FTE £25,989.00- £28,142.00 (Pay Award Pending)

The Role

The Governors and Principal of St Augustine's CE Primary School are seeking to appoint an excellent school administrator who will also be a welcoming first point of contact for those visiting and contacting the school. The job holder will work closely with the principal/senior leadership team to ensure that the school’s objectives are supported by an efficient and effective administration team.

The post holder will carry out a range of administrative duties, including:

* front of house duties, e.g., handling telephone calls and welcoming visitors;

* maintaining a range of pupil information, e.g., using Arbor and other databases;

* managing and processing payments from parents through Arbor.

* Using a range of online systems, e.g., for data transfer;

* managing nursery and in-year admissions;

* recording and managing pupil attendance data and contacting parents regarding pupils’ absence;

* assisting with the administration of extra-curricular activities and other programmes;

* completing and sharing information with external bodies

The role would suit somebody experienced in working in a busy school office environment. The successful candidate must have:

• An excellent standard of Maths and English
• Possess excellent IT skills including the use of MIS systems
• Excellent communication skills with children, staff, parents and the wider community
• the skills to motivate, inspire and co-operate with their colleagues, parents, pupils and other stakeholders.
• ability to use their own initiative and have a positive attitude towards the school ethos as well as be adaptable in situations.
• a proven track record of good attendance

What we can offer you:

· An inclusive and diverse school community

· Friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff.

· Opportunities to work with colleagues from across Vantage Academy Trust

· A firm commitment to your professional development

· A supportive Leadership team.

· A strong focus on staff wellbeing

Actual Salary £22,254 per annum TTO + 5 days

Appointments made are subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable references and pre-employment checks being carried out . References will be requested prior to interview.

To apply please visit our trust website at: Work with us - Vantage Multi Academy Trust