Senior Administrative Officer – Welcoming School in Croydon

Job Title: Senior Administrative Officer

Location: Croydon Greater London

School Type: 1118 Secondary School & Sixth Form

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive (Outer London local authority pay scale depending on experience)

Role Overview

A welcoming secondary school in Croydon is seeking an experienced organized and proactive Senior Administrative Officer to join their busy main office team this key operational role you will oversee day-to-day administrative functions manage pupil records and provide line management support to junior administrative staff. Working alongside the Office Manager and Senior Leadership Team you will play a crucial role in maintaining smooth school communication statutory compliance and efficient front-of-house operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day office operations delegating administrative tasks and supporting the development of administrative staff.

• Maintain accurate pupil database records using school information management systems (e.g. SIMS Arbor) including admissions attendance and reporting data.

• Act as a key liaison for internal and external communications managing complex enquiries from parents staff local authority representatives and visitors.

• Support senior leadership with school event coordination calendar management official documentation and regulatory compliance.

• Assist with office procurement inventory monitoring and liaison with external facilities suppliers.

Key Requirements

• Proven administrative experience in a senior or supervisory administrative role ideally within a school or educational setting.

• High proficiency in educational management software (SIMS Arbor or similar) and advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Exceptional organizational skills multi-tasking abilities and keen attention to detail under fast-paced working conditions.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional customer-focused approach.

• Good knowledge of school administrative procedures data protection (GDPR) and safeguarding practices.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Friendly and collaborative working environment with a strong commitment to staff wellbeing.

• Dedicated professional development and training opportunities within educational business operations.

• Convenient Outer London location with excellent public transport connections (Tramlink Southern Rail and bus networks) and secure staff parking.

• Local Government Pension Scheme enrolment and staff health and wellbeing packages.

Application

To apply for this Senior Administrative Officer role at a welcoming school in Croydon starting ASAP please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1