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School Administrator (Cover)

Kennet School · Thatcham · West Berkshire

Job description

We are seeking an organised, approachable and proactive School Administrator (Cover) to join our busy school office team at Kennet School. This is a key role, coordinating cover for absent staff and providing administrative support to help keep the school running smoothly.

The successful candidate will manage daily lesson cover, arrange supply teachers and internal cover, and maintain an accurate and up-to-date cover diary. They will also support the wider school office with general administrative tasks, answering telephone enquiries and providing a warm and professional first point of contact for pupils and staff.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced environment. A flexible approach and the confidence to respond calmly to changing circumstances will be essential.

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.

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About this school

Kennet School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Good
Pupils
1,814
Avg teacher salary
£46,693
Pupil:teacher ratio
15.3:1
Academy trust
EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Thatcham, West Berkshire, RG19 4LL

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Salary
£19,417.00 - £20,034.00 Annually (Actual)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
7 October 2026
Closing date
30 October 2026

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