Senior Administrator
Senior Administrator - Aurora Ryefields
Join the Team at Ryefields: A New Special School in Derby!Are you a highly organized, proactive, and motivated individual looking to make a meaningful impact in education? Ryefield School is seeking a Senior Administrator to join our dynamic team and help drive the smooth operation of our school community.
Position: Senior AdministratorLocation: Ryefields, Derby
Salary: £30,014.40 - £33,508.80
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: 1st May 2025
Closing Date: Friday 21st February
About Ryefields
At Ryefield School, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and high-achieving environment for our students. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and personal growth, we work collaboratively to ensure every child thrives.The Role
As Senior Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the school, supporting staff, students, and parents while maintaining efficient systems and processes. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment where no two days are the same.Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the administrative team, ensuring smooth office operations.Coordinate key school processes, including admissions, attendance, and compliance.
Support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team with strategic planning and data analysis.
Maintain accurate records, reports, and school communications.
Oversee HR tasks, such as recruitment, onboarding, and staff records.
Act as a point of contact for stakeholders, delivering exceptional service.Duties will vary, you must expect to diversify and lend a hand wherever is required.
What Ryefields OffersA welcoming and supportive school community.
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
A chance to make a real difference in the lives of students and staff.
Competitive salary and benefits package.Skills and Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in a senior administrative role, ideally within an educational setting.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and school management systems (e.g., SIMS or Arbor).
A solution-focused mindset and ability to work under pressure.
A commitment to upholding the values and ethos of Ryefield School.
Benefits and Additional InformationBe part of our successful team and also benefit from a generous package that includes: Life assurance
Competitive PensionPerkbox - offering high street discounts
Employee assistance programme
Car lease scheme
Fully funded training and qualifications
Bike to work scheme
Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more!
Apply Now: If you’re ready to join us on this exciting journey, we’d love to hear from you!Start Date: May 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Applications to be made via our online application form.Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children."
The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employerThis advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.
Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.