Senior Admin Officer | Regarded School

Location: Romford, Essex
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

A highly regarded school in Romford is seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Admin Officer to join its busy administration team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident administrator who can take ownership of key office procedures, support colleagues and help ensure the school operates efficiently.

The successful candidate will coordinate daily administrative activities, provide support to senior leaders and help maintain a professional and welcoming school office. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, handling confidential information and communicating with a wide range of people.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating day-to-day administrative operations and office procedures.

• Supporting and guiding administrative staff where required.

• Managing enquiries, correspondence and communications with parents and visitors.

• Maintaining accurate pupil, staff and school records.

• Assisting with attendance administration, meetings and school events.

• Preparing reports, documents and information for senior leaders.

• Ensuring confidential information is handled appropriately.

• Previous experience in a senior administrative role, ideally within a school.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication.

• Confidence using Microsoft Office and school management systems.

• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

• A professional, approachable manner and commitment to confidentiality.

The school is looking for a proactive and dependable team member who can contribute to a positive working environment and deliver a high standard of administrative support. You will work closely with colleagues across the school and play an important part in its daily operations.

A competitive salary is available, dependent on experience.