School Administrator

Role Overview

School Administrator at International Schools Partnership. The role is based at a school within the International Schools Partnership network.

Role Purpose

To provide comprehensive administrative support to the school, managing student and employee requests, coordinating compliance activities, supporting academic operations, and ensuring efficient information management across all school functions.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service & Support

• Handle customer and employee requests whilst providing excellent customer service and ensuring transparency and clarity of information.
• Support the HR Team with onboarding requirements and assisting with employment and sponsorship processes.

Data Management & Reporting

• Provide system support including data entry support and the coordination of electronic files and records.
• Collate, analyse and retrieve data to produce letters and reports, specifically relating to student attendance.

Compliance & Regulatory

• Support with authority system compliance, including registering of students and employees on the KHDA portal.
• Follow up with employees and parents on document requirements for entry.
• Support with site inspections from government entities, collating information.

Academic Operations

• Support academic team meetings and school events as detailed in the academic calendar.
• Obtain relevant approvals from authorities and coordinate trip arrangements with students, parents and internal teams.

Policy & Procedures

• Support with the review and updating of school policies, procedures and handbooks.

General Administration

• Perform other administrative tasks as may be required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Higher education qualification in Administration or similar field (degree, diploma or equivalent).
• Proven experience in an administration role at this or a similar level.
• Experience of working in an educational establishment is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent English and Arabic communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Outstanding time management, attention to detail and prioritisation skills.
• Great interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
• Experience of working in a high pressure environment with the ability to multitask.
• Driven, enthusiastic and energetic approach to supporting school improvements.

Additional Information

ISP Principles

International Schools Partnership operates according to five core principles: Begin with our children and students as the heart of what we do, with their success defining our success. Wellbeing and safety are essential, requiring consistent identification and appropriate action on safeguarding and Health & Safety issues. Treat everyone with care and respect, looking after one another and promoting wellbeing. Operate effectively by focusing on what matters most and applying school policies consistently. Are financially responsible in making choices based on the needs of children, students and schools. Learn continuously through positive engagement with personal and professional development.

Safeguarding Commitment

International Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

International Schools Partnership is committed to strengthening an inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share the organisation's vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of International Schools Partnership through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.