School Administrator

School Administrator Location: Cardiff Start Date: September Salary: £90 - £110 per day Are you an organised and proactive School Administrator seeking a rewarding opportunity within a bustling secondary school? Do you…

Pay rate £92 – £110/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 1 September 2026

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School Administrator

Location: Cardiff

Start Date: September

Salary: £90 - £110 per day

Are you an organised and proactive School Administrator seeking a rewarding opportunity within a bustling secondary school?

Do you possess excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a varied workload efficiently?

Are you confident in using administrative systems and supporting the smooth, day-to-day operations of a school?

TeacherActive is proud to partner with a diverse and welcoming secondary school in Cardiff, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. The school values its strong community ethos and is committed to creating a positive atmosphere where both staff and pupils can flourish.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time School Administrator from September, with permanent opportunities available for the right candidate. The successful candidate will support the wider school team by undertaking a range of administrative duties, ensuring the efficient operation of the school office and acting as a professional first point of contact for staff, students and visitors.

Key requirements for the successful School Administrator:

Previous administrative experience in an office environment
Experience in school administration is desirable but not essential
Familiarity with school management systems such as SIMS, Arbour or similar
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
A professional, flexible and proactive approach to work
In return, you will receive:

Access to a dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support a seamless onboarding process
Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and conditions apply
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
Competitive market-leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 for referring a friend Terms and conditions apply
Our staff are remunerated via PAYE, ensuring the correct deductions for Tax and National Insurance, with no confusing administration fees deducted from your earnings.

If you are interested in this role, please click APPLY NOW. We look forward to discussing this excellent opportunity with you.

EMAIL: tom.hayward

CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

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