Job Description
School Administrator - PA (3-Month Contract)
Location: Between Exeter & Exmouth
Salary: -25,000 - -26,000 FTE
Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible start and finish times)
Contract: Fixed Term until February Half Term 2027, with potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP
Lockhart Recruitment- are currently recruiting for an experienced School Administrator - PA-to join a busy and supportive team on a 3-month contract, starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a rewarding educational environment where safeguarding, compliance and supporting young people are at the heart of everything you do.
Working closely with two senior managers, this is a varied and fast-paced PA-style administrative role where you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing comprehensive administrative support to two managers
- Diary management and meeting coordination
- Organising appointments, schedules and documentation
- Managing emails, telephone enquiries and correspondence
- Supporting safeguarding and compliance administration
- Preparing reports, records and general documentation
- Assisting with a wide range of day-to-day administrative duties to enable managers to focus on operational priorities
About You:
- Previous experience within a school, education or similar environment would be highly desirable
- A current DBS check would be advantageous
- Candidates from other caring or regulated environments will also be considered, particularly where safeguarding and compliance are a key focus
- Strong administration and organisational skills
- Confident managing multiple priorities in a busy environment
- Professional, flexible and adaptable approach
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable supporting senior managers and working independently when required
What''s on Offer?
- Competitive salary of -25,000 - -26,000 FTE
- Flexible working hours across a 37-hour week
- Friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment
- Immediate start available
- Potential for contract extension beyond February half term
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys supporting others, thrives in a varied role and can hit the ground running.
Candidates must be available to start ASAP. Apply today or contact us directly for a confidential discussion.