Administrator -

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Pupil 1:1 Scheme Administrator and Office Administration Assistant to join our IT Services team. Reporting to the Director of IT, this is a varied, people-focused role supporting the smooth operation of the Schools pupil laptop scheme alongside key administrative functions within the department.

Job Details

• Salary: £17,500 to £18,173.08 + 16.5% holiday pay for hours and weeks worked
• Contractual hours: 37.5 per week
• Basis: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, 35 weeks per year)

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for pupils, staff and parents, providing first line support for the 1:1 device scheme and ensuring a high standard of customer service.
• Coordinate laptop repairs, returns and swap outs, maintaining accurate records and liaising with external providers.
• Support teachers in the classroom use of devices and assist with basic troubleshooting, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Support the Office Administrator in maintaining clear and up-to-date IT documentation, including guides, procedures and knowledge base resources.
• Assist with mobile phone administration and exam laptop provision.

Qualifications

• Strong IT literacy.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Previous experience in an administrative or customer facing role is essential; experience in a school or IT environment is desirable.

The King's School, Canterbury

Closing date for receipt of applications: 9 April 2026.

Interviews will take place on 14 or 15 April 2026.

Direct applications only. We are not accepting applications or CVs from recruitment agencies for this position.

The Kings School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.