Senior Administrator

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and passionate Senior Administrator to join our dedicated team at The Maple School.

The Maple School, Blackpool is a purpose-built specialist provision supporting pupils aged Year 5 to Year 11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). With capacity for up to 48 students, we provide a supportive, structured environment that combines a broad academic curriculum with meaningful qualifications and therapeutic interventions, ensuring every student is given the opportunity to thrive.

About the role

As Senior Administrator, you will play a vital role in the smooth and effective running of the school. You will lead and develop administrative systems, ensure compliance, and provide high-quality support to senior leaders, staff, pupils and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include

• Leading, developing and monitoring administrative systems, procedures and policies
• Managing and supervising administrative staff
• Providing advice and guidance on administrative processes to senior leadership and governors
• Liaising effectively with staff, pupils, parents/carers and external agencies
• Maintaining accurate and confidential record-keeping systems
• Analysing data and producing detailed reports to support decision-making
• Managing statutory returns and communications with external agencies
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and confidentiality requirements

You may also contribute to

• Financial processes, budgets and resource management
• School contracts, licences and insurance
• Marketing and promotion of the school
• Management of lettings and premises use
• Procurement and stock control within budget

About you

We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate:

• Experience in developing and managing administrative and/or financial systems
• Strong ICT skills and confidence using specialist packages
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant qualifications (Level 4, HND, A Levels) or extensive experience
• Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role

Why join us?

At The Maple School, we are deeply committed to supporting both our students and our staff. You will be part of a passionate, collaborative team working to make a real difference in the lives of young people facing complex challenges.

Working hours

08.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday

Term time only plus one week

To apply visit https://synergyeducationtrustlimited.face-ed.co.uk/Emp/Campaign/DetailsEmpView?campaignRef=SCH-SETL-0014

or www.seteducation.org.uk