School Administrator

(Ability to speak Urdu, Mirpuri, or Punjabi would be highly beneficial )

Grade 2, Scale Point 3-8

£21,775 - £23,933 (Actual)

36.5 Hours 

Term Time Only 

The Prince Albert Community Trust (PACT) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised School Administrator to join our vibrant and forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust at Heathfield Primary School. It would be highly beneficial if you are able to speak Urdu, Mirpuri, or Punjabi, as our school serves a diverse, multilingual community. This skill will help us strengthen communication and engagement with families and ensure inclusivity across our school community. Our Trust comprises seven thriving schools: Prince Albert Primary School, Heathfield Primary School, Highfield J&I School, Birchfield Primary School, Sutton Park Primary School, Lakey Lane Primary School and Prince Albert High School.

At PACT, we are passionate about children’s learning, committed to excellence, and proud of our inclusive and supportive community. We place professional development and coaching at the heart of everything we do, ensuring our staff are empowered to grow and succeed. The successful candidate will be able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils, parents and visitors. You will be flexible and able to cope with interruption, work well within a team and on your own.

About the Role

As School Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the school office and providing exceptional administration and support to the Senior Leadership Team and wider school community. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold the school/Trust’s vision, ethos, and policies.
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity at all times.
• Provide a welcoming reception service and handle switchboard duties.
• Support and contribute to a positive team culture by encouraging colleagues and embracing our shared vision: 'to be the best part of your day.'
• Support administrative tasks, including mail, parcels, and record-keeping.
• Work collaboratively as part of the school team.
• Liaise effectively with external agencies and internal support services.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain safeguarding, data protection, and security protocols.
• Interact positively with pupils, parents, staff, and visitors, responding to queries from parents, pupils, and visitors.
• Demonstrate strong ICT and organisational skills.
• Carry out other duties as needed to support the smooth running of the school.

What We’re Looking For:

• A resilient, flexible, and highly organised individual.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in administration or office management (preferably in an educational setting).
• A proactive team player who can also work independently.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A professional approach with a strong sense of confidentiality and integrity.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and experienced leadership team.
• A welcoming and enthusiastic staff community.
• A well-resourced and innovative Multi Academy Trust.
• Bespoke professional development opportunities.

 Benefits:

As a PACT employee you will have access to benefits listed below:

• Health Cash Plan 
• Discounted gym membership
• Retail discounts and cashback
• Free confidential advice, information and counselling service
• Well-being days
• Employee referral scheme
• Generous local government pension scheme

The PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo satisfactory online checks, and successful applicants will be required to complete enhanced DBS checks.

If you believe you possess the qualities to take on this exciting challenge then we would be delighted to hear from you. Visits are warmly welcomed and positively encouraged. If you wish to arrange a visit, please contact the PACT HR department via HR@the-pact.co.uk where the HR team will make the necessary arrangements.

Further information about the school our outcomes and philosophy can be found on our Trust’s website: www.the-pact.co.uk. To apply for this role, please complete the online application through MyNewTerm.  

“This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role”

We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time without prior notice. We may also interview and appoint before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Closing Date:  14 May 2026