About this role
Job summary Are you a highly organised administrator who enjoys variety, thrives on keeping things running smoothly and wants to make a real difference in an educational setting? Join our school as a School Administrator and become an integral part of the team, supporting the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and wider school community. This is a busy and rewarding role where you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the school, ensuring effective processes are in place to support both operational and educational objectives. Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will provide high-quality administrative support while helping to maintain a welcoming, professional and efficient environment for staff, pupils, parents and visitors. A key part of the role will involve supporting the school's financial administration, including processing invoices, managing accounts payable activities, maintaining records of income and expenditure, monitoring budgets and liaising with finance teams to resolve queries. You will also support the management of the school's private funds, maintain accurate financial records and assist with debt collection processes where required.
Main duties of the job The School Administrator role requires a highly organised individual who thrives in diverse tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of the school. This temporary, part-time position involves a range of responsibilities, from managing day-to-day school administration to supporting financial activities such as processing invoices and monitoring budgets. An integral part of the role involves supporting recruitment processes, coordinating vacancies, preparing documentation and maintaining personnel records. IT proficiency and strong finance skills are essential, alongside excellent organisational capabilities and attention to detail. The position offers diverse opportunities to make a significant impact within the educational setting.
About us Elysium Healthcare is a dynamic organisation with over 8,000 employees and 80 services across England and Wales, focusing on Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities and Autism, Children, and Education. As part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network spanning 10 countries and employing over 86,000 people, Elysium offers significant opportunities for career growth and movement across its diverse services. Committed to inclusive recruitment, Elysium is a Disability Confident employer, ensuring all staff are responsible for safeguarding service users' welfare, with DBS disclosure part of the recruitment process. The organisation values its employees and provides comprehensive benefits for wellbeing and professional development.
Job description Job responsibilities
Are you a highly organised administrator who enjoys variety, thrives on keeping things running smoothly and wants to make a real difference in an educational setting? Join our school as a School Administrator and become an integral part of the team, supporting the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and wider school community.
This is a busy and rewarding role where you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the school, ensuring effective processes are in place to support both operational and educational objectives. Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will provide high-quality administrative support while helping to maintain a welcoming, professional and efficient environment for staff, pupils, parents and visitors.
A key part of the role will involve supporting the school's financial administration, including processing invoices, managing accounts payable activities, maintaining records of income and expenditure, monitoring budgets and liaising with finance teams to resolve queries. You will also support the management of the school's private funds, maintain accurate financial records and assist with debt collection processes where required.
You will play an important role in recruitment administration, coordinating vacancies, arranging interviews, preparing recruitment documentation and supporting safer recruitment processes. This includes processing DBS applications, maintaining personnel records and ensuring the accuracy of employment-related documentation. You will also support the maintenance of key compliance records, including the school's Single Central Register and staff training, attendance and absence records.
In addition, you will be responsible for maintaining inventories and asset registers, monitoring stock levels and supporting the efficient management of school resources. The role requires excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
This role is a part time position of 15 hours a week. To be successful in this role you will need:
GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent) NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification Evidence of continuing professional development Excellent IT skills including Microsoft / Google Packages (for example, Google Sheet / Excel) Skills in finance (including systems finance and accountancy) To be very well organised, methodical and accurate Providing HR support within an educational or similar institution Ability to manage high workloads, be proactive and self-motivated, understanding priorities and managing workload effectively Ability to communicate effectively in writing, on the telephone and face to face- draft correspondence independently- write and communicate verbally, clearly and concisely What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £26,784 (Pro Rata) The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and parking About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent), NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification, Evidence of continuing professional development, Excellent IT skills including Microsoft / Google Packages, Skills in finance, Ability to manage high workloads, Ability to communicate effectively
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Charlwood
RH6 0BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)