Humly

    School Administrator

    £16/hour

    Location

    Preston

    Role

    Other

    Sector

    Primary

    Contract type

    Short Term

    Start date

    2 September 2026

    End date

    23 October 2026

    Pay

    £16/hour

    Posted 7 days ago

    Humly are recruiting for a School Administrator to support a busy school office.

    This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00. The role is expected to run until October half term initially, with the possibility of continuing beyond this depending on the needs of the school.

    The school is looking for someone organised, friendly and confident working in a school office environment. Experience using SIMS and ParentPay would be ideal, as you will be supporting with day-to-day admin, pupil records, communication with parents and general office tasks.

    Role Details:

    Pay: To be confirmed
    Hours: 08:00-16:00
    Days: Monday to Friday
    Duration: Until October half term initially, potentially longer
    Role type: School Administrator, Office Administrator, School Office Assistant
    Setting: School office
    Systems: SIMS and ParentPay experience preferred
    Focus: Admin support, reception duties, pupil records, parent communication and general office support

    What You’ll Be Doing

    As the School Administrator, you will support the smooth running of the school office.

    Your role may include:

    • Supporting the main school office

    • Using SIMS to update and manage pupil information

    • Supporting with ParentPay where needed

    • Answering phone calls and dealing with enquiries

    • Welcoming visitors, parents and pupils at reception

    • Supporting attendance, registers and pupil records

    • Handling emails and general school communication

    • Helping with letters, forms and admin documents

    • Supporting school staff with day-to-day office tasks

    • Keeping information accurate and confidential

    • Following school policies and safeguarding procedures

    This role needs someone who is professional, organised and calm under pressure. The right person will be confident speaking with parents, staff and visitors, while keeping the school office running smoothly.

    You’ll Be a Good Fit If You...

    • Have experience working in a school office or similar admin role

    • Have experience using SIMS

    • Have experience using ParentPay, or are confident learning new systems

    • Are organised, accurate and reliable

    • Have good communication skills

    • Are confident answering calls and speaking with parents

    • Can manage confidential information professionally

    • Can work well as part of a school team

    • Are available Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00

    • Have, or are willing to complete, the required safeguarding and compliance checks

    Why Join Humly?

    The UK's market-leading education supply app — putting you in control of when, where, and how you work.

    • The UK's most downloaded supply app
    • Roles matched to your schedule, instantly
    • Simple app for bookings, timesheets & availability
    • Free Safeguarding, Protection, Prevent, FGM and other training courses included
    • Exclusive discounts on training with St John Ambulance & British Red Cross
    • Earn £100 for every successful referral

    Safeguarding Statement:

    Humly is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow strict safer recruitment practices and a rigorous selection process designed to deter and identify unsuitable applicants.

    All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. In line with safeguarding legislation and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, any offer of employment is conditional upon satisfactory checks, including DBS and Teacher Services.

    Due to the nature of working with vulnerable groups, all applicants must disclose any spent convictions or cautions (unless protected) in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975.