School Administrator

Kennet School, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4LL

24 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  30 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £22,808.00 Annually (Actual)

School Administrator job summary

We are seeking an organised, approachable, and proactive School Administrator to join our busy school office team. This is a key front-facing role, providing a warm and professional first point of contact for pupils and staff whilst delivering high-quality administrative support across the school. The successful candidate will man the pupil desk, respond to internal enquiries, and support the smooth day-to-day running of the school office in a fast-paced environment.

Why choose Kennet School?
Joining our school community means becoming part of an open, collaborative environment where trust in our professionals is paramount. We pride ourselves on outstanding facilities and abundant resources that empower our educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences. We are seeking applicants who bring creativity, a forward-thinking attitude, and an unapologetic passion for enabling young people to reach their fullest potential. At our school, innovation is encouraged, and every voice matters in shaping an educational landscape where pupils thrive.

All staff have access to a range of benefits including a Cycle Scheme, local government pension scheme and annual flu jab. Kennet School is a highly oversubscribed and ambitious academy which seeks staff who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of the school.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all employees, governors, trainees and volunteers to share in this commitment. We value diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives and have a supportive and inclusive organisational culture. We would like our organisation to be representative of our community and the users of our services and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We seek employees keen to contribute to the fuller life of this over-subscribed and ambitious school. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Kennet School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1824 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Kennet School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kennet-school

Kennet is a dynamic and ambitious 11-18 comprehensive school which opened in September 1957. The school has grown over the last 60 years, both in terms of size and success. We currently have approximately 1,780 pupils on roll including strong numbers in the Sixth Form at around 350 pupils. We were judged by Ofsted to be Outstanding in May 2016 and have accumulated a number of awards including Arts Mark Platinum, Exceptional Schools Award, NACE Challenge Award and Investors in Careers. We are currently working on the Sandwell Well-Being Charter Mark focusing on the mental health and well-being of our whole organisation.

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