School Administrator

Job Title: School Administrator / Receptionist Assistant

Location: Havering
Salary: £16–£17 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Flexible Hours – Short-Term, Long-Term & Temp-to-Permanent Opportunities
Settings: Primary, Secondary & SEN Schools
Company: Complete Classroom Services

About the Role

Complete Classroom Services is seeking experienced School Administrators and Receptionist Assistants to join friendly and busy school offices across Havering and the surrounding East London areas, starting in September 2026.

We are looking for professional, organised and reliable candidates who have previous experience working within a school environment. School experience is mandatory for this role.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and front-of-house skills who is confident working in a busy educational setting and understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional communication.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Acting as the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff, providing a welcoming and professional reception service.
• Managing incoming phone calls, emails and general enquiries efficiently.
• Maintaining and updating pupil and school records accurately.
• Using school management information systems such as SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom where required.
• Supporting attendance administration and pupil data tracking in line with school procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• Assisting with school communications, including letters, newsletters and notices.
• Managing filing systems, photocopying, scanning and general administrative duties.
• Providing administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team, teachers and other school staff.
• Assisting with meetings, school events, trips and diary management.
• Handling confidential information in accordance with GDPR, safeguarding and school policies.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working in a school environment – mandatory.
• Previous experience in school administration, reception or a busy office environment.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using school MIS systems such as SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom is desirable.
• Excellent communication, organisation and multitasking skills.
• A professional, approachable and friendly manner.
• The ability to work independently while also being an effective team member.
• A good understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding within an educational setting.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for and pay for an Enhanced DBS.

Why Work with Complete Classroom Services?

• Access to a wide range of school administration and receptionist roles across Newham and East London.
• Competitive pay of £16–£17 per hour, depending on experience.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Short-term, long-term and temp-to-permanent positions.
• Support from friendly and experienced recruitment consultants.
• Opportunities to work across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools.
• Potential for ongoing and permanent employment.

Apply Now

If you are a confident and experienced school administrator or receptionist with previous experience working in a school environment and are available to start in September 2026, we would love to hear from you.

Apply for role with your updated CV.