School Administrator

Posted 25 November 2025
Salary £16 - £18 per hour
LocationSouth East London
Job type Temporary
Discipline Special Education Needs
ReferenceAdminschoolSIMSbroco_1764058173

Job description

Job Title: School Administrator / Receptionist Assistant
Location: Lambeth
Salary: £16 - £18 per hour (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP

Monday to Fridays, 8am until 4pm

Settings: Primary, Secondary & SEN Schools

About the Role

Are you an organised and professional administrator looking for a rewarding role within local schools?
Remedy is seeking School Administrators and Receptionists to join friendly and busy school offices across South East London and the surrounding areas.

We have immediate start opportunities available for both short-term and long-term roles in Primary, Secondary, and SEN school environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative or front-of-house experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced educational setting.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and students - ensuring a warm and professional welcome.
  • Managing phone calls, emails, and general enquiries efficiently.
  • Maintaining and updating student data using school management systems (SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom).
  • Supporting attendance and pupil data tracking in line with safeguarding procedures.
  • Assisting with school communications, including letters, newsletters, and notices.
  • Organising school events, trips, and diary schedules.
  • Providing administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff.
  • Ensuring all work complies with GDPR, safeguarding, and confidentiality standards.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Previous experience working in a school or busy office environment.
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Experience using school MIS systems such as SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom (preferred).
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking abilities.
  • A friendly, professional, and proactive attitude.
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through us).

Why Work with Remedy?

  • Access to a wide range of school admin and receptionist roles across South East London.
  • Competitive hourly pay (£16-£18 per hour).
  • Flexible options - short-term, long-term, and temp-to-perm roles.
  • Friendly, supportive consultants dedicated to your success.
  • Immediate starts available.

Apply Now

If you're a confident communicator with strong administrative with previous experience working in schools and a passion for education, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV,