Senior School Administrator | Permanent, Dublin Central, VAC-12058
| 📍 Location | Dublin Central |
| 💼 Contract | Permanent | Full-Time |
| 🕒 Hours | Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (37.5 hours/week) |
| 💰 Salary | Up to €40,000 (DOE) |
| 🏢 Work Environment | Office-based | Immediate Start |
About the Role
We are hiring an experienced Senior School Administrator to become the key administrative support within a respected secondary school in Dublin Central. You’ll be the full-time anchor in a tight-knit administrative team and a central point of communication between students, parents, and school leadership.
This role is ideal for someone with 5+ years’ senior admin experience in an educational setting, particularly a secondary school. You’ll be responsible for maintaining daily operations, supporting the leadership team, coordinating internal and external examinations, and managing a range of key administrative functions with discretion and accuracy.
What You’ll Gain
22 Days Annual Leave
22 days annual leave (rising to 23 after one year)Company Pension
Company Pension starting SeptemberEAP
Employee Assistance ProgrammeCanteen
Subsidised CanteenYour Responsibilities Will Be
- Act as the first point of contact for queries from students, parents, and guardians via phone, email, and in person
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Principal, Deputy Principals, Year Heads, and teaching staff
- Maintain student records, communication logs, and attendance data
- Support coordination and supervision of in-house and external examinations
- Assist with scheduling, meeting preparation, and internal communications
- Participate in school events including open days, award ceremonies, and parent-teacher meetings
- Support international student administration and coordinate student-facing activities
- Supervise the study hall and, if needed, provide classroom cover in a non-teaching capacity during staff absence
- Carry out ad hoc administrative duties as assigned by school leadership
Essential Requirements
| Experience | Minimum 5 years in a senior admin role, ideally within a secondary school or education environment |
| Communication | Fluent verbal and written English. Able to communicate clearly and professionally with students, parents, and senior staff |
| Organisation | Strong multitasking ability with exceptional attention to detail and time management |
| Professionalism | Discreet, reliable, and able to manage sensitive information with care |
| Qualifications | Leaving Certificate essential. Relevant administrative or education qualifications preferred |
| Work Authorisation | Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland on a full-time, unrestricted basis. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. |
Technical Proficiency Needed
MS Office Suite
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
LMS
Learning Management Systems particularly Moodle
CRM
CRM/Database systems extremely advantageous
PC Skills
Comfort with digital record-keeping, scheduling, and internal platforms
Competencies & Behaviours Sought
Student Focused: Understands the needs of students and parents and delivers a service aligned with student welfare and school values
Results Driven: Prioritises workload, meets deadlines, and delivers high-quality work under pressure
Teamwork: Collaborates well with internal departments and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals
Communication: Communicates clearly and respectfully in person and in writing; adapts tone and approach appropriately
Problem Solving: Takes initiative to resolve issues independently and knows when to escalate to leadership
What Happens Next
If you can demonstrate your suitability for this opportunity, we ask that you apply with your CV using the Apply Now form. We aim to respond to all qualified applicants within 5 working days.
