Job Title: School Office Administrator - SIMS
Location: Rochdale, Lancashire
Salary: £13 per hour
Hours: Full-time, 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday
Job Overview:
We are seeking a diligent and experienced School Office Administrator to join a dynamic team within a busy school environment in Rochdale. The successful candidate will be instrumental in providing administrative support, handling day-to-day tasks with efficiency and accuracy. A strong background in using the School Information Management System (SIMS) is essential, along with a keen knowledge of Parent Pay systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficiently manage and maintain student data within the SIMS database.
• Utilize Parent Pay for handling school finances including trip payments, school dinners, and other expenses.
• Serve as the first point of contact for parents, students, and visitors, offering exceptional customer service.
• Coordinate with teaching staff and management to ensure smooth operation of the office.
• Manage correspondence, answer phone calls, and maintain filing systems.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and in compliance with data protection legislation.
• Execute a variety of administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, and document preparation.
• Assist in the organization of school events and activities as required.

Requirements:

• Proven experience of working in a busy school office setting.
• SIMS trained with a strong understanding of the software’s functionalities.
• Knowledgeable in using Parent Pay systems.
• Excellent spoken English and communication skills with the ability to liaise with all levels within the school community.
• Strong multi-tasking abilities and organizational skills.
• Possession of a current DBS on the Update Service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Reliable and committed to the role’s schedule and responsibilities.

To Apply:
If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about contributing to the educational sector, please send your CV to Jamesb@axcis.co.uk. Your CV must include a full 10-year work history, providing explanations for any employment gaps, and all roles should be dated in a Month/Year format.
Join our team and contribute to a supportive environment that is fundamental to the success of our students and staff. We look forward to reviewing your application.

• Efficiently manage and maintain student data within the SIMS database.
• Utilize Parent Pay for handling school finances including trip payments, school dinners, and other expenses.
• Serve as the first point of contact for parents, students, and visitors, offering exceptional customer service.
• Coordinate with teaching staff and management to ensure smooth operation of the office.
• Manage correspondence, answer phone calls, and maintain filing systems.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and in compliance with data protection legislation.
• Execute a variety of administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, and document preparation.
• Assist in the organization of school events and activities as required