Are you a highly organised administrator looking for a role where no two days are the same and your work has real impact?
We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and high-performing secondary school in Wembley for a School Office Administrator to join their busy and professional school office team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, supporting senior staff and being at the centre of a school’s daily operations.


About the School
The school is a well-established and oversubscribed secondary with an Outstanding Ofsted rating and a strong reputation locally for high standards, excellent behaviour and positive outcomes for students.


The Role
As a School Office Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school. You’ll provide high-level administrative support to senior leaders and Heads of Year and act as a professional first point of contact for parents and external stakeholders.


Key responsibilities include:
*Answering telephone and email enquiries
*Managing the school inbox and general correspondence
*Drafting letters and emails with high attention to detail
Supporting multiple Heads of Year with:
*Booking parent meetings
*Data tracking and admin support
*Acting as a key point of contact
*Handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately
*Supporting the wider office team with day-to-day operations
This role offers significant variety and responsibility and would suit someone who enjoys being busy, organised and involved in lots of different tasks.


The Ideal Candidate
*Highly organised with excellent time management skills
*Confident and professional in communication
*Able to prioritise and remain calm under pressure
*Proactive, logical and solutions-focused
*Friendly, approachable and able to build relationships quickly
*You should have:
*Strong IT skills (particularly Excel and Office 365)
*Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills
*High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
*A degree is desirable but not essential — the school is primarily looking for the right person with the right attitude and skill set.


VNA Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialised consultancy dedicated to connecting teachers and support staff with both short-term and long-term opportunities in primary, secondary, and special education schools across London and the Home Counties. We prioritise safer recruitment practices and conduct thorough checks on all candidates we represent.