Admin and Reception Assistant

Outwood; Scunthorpe; Hybrid; GBP 8,200 - 8,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible family policies

25 days holiday (pro-rata for part-tim

Job summary

Outwood Academy Brumby is seeking an Admin and Reception Assistant for 14.5 hours per week (Thu & Fri, 8:00 am–3:45 pm), term-time only. You’ll be the first point of contact, delivering professional reception services and crucial office support to ensure the main office runs smoothly.

Your role includes safeguarding procedures, visitor sign-in, post management, and meeting coordination for SLT, with filing and minute-taking responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in admin/office environments.
• School environment experience desirable.
• Strong communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent; DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Answering front-d desk duties and greeting visitors.
• Manage sign-in procedures and safeguarding records.
• Support SLT with meeting arrangements and room bookings.
• Handle post and general office tasks (typing, filing, minute-taking).
• Assist with defending fire marshal and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Admin experience

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Info

• Job Identification 7381
• Job Category Support
• Posting Date 08/19/2026, 11:00 PM
• Locations Outwood Academy Brumby
• Apply Before 09/03/2026, 08:00 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Standard Academy Daily Hours
• Minimum Salary 8152
• Maximum Salary 8280
• Interview Dates 11-09-26
• Proposed Start Date As soon as possible
• Driving Required No

Job Description

Role: Admin and Reception Assistant

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary (Actual Salary): £8152 - £8280 per annum

Working Pattern: 14.5 Hours Per Week, Thur & Fri (8.00 am - 3.45 pm). Term Time only.

Are you a highly organised individual committed to providing exceptional administrative support?

Join us as an Admin and Reception Assistant , a key role responsible for delivering a professional and efficient Reception service and being the first point of contact for the academy. You will provide crucial administrative assistance to the school, ensuring the main office runs smoothly.

This role involves managing visitor safeguarding procedures , handling all post , and undertaking general office duties such as typing, filing, and assisting with meeting arrangements.

Welcome from the Principal

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Brumby.

As Principal, it's my privilege to introduce you to our academy of 750 friendly students in the heart of Scunthorpe. We are deeply committed to the pursuit of excellence and to nurturing the potential of every child and staff member. By 2028, we will be celebrating 10 years of making a difference in our community.

What distinguishes us is our incredible staff team, who share a strong belief in the transformative power of education. We thrive on making positive, supportive relationships with everyone and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth.

We are looking for inspirational, dedicated professionals who will add value both academically and through involvement in the fabric of learning beyond the classroom. If you share our passion for making a meaningful difference, we would be thrilled to welcome you to our team. I look forward to meeting you.

You will be integral to the smooth running of the academy, taking responsibility for answering incoming communications and greeting and dealing with all visitors. A key duty is ensuring all visitors are properly recorded, sign-in procedures are followed, and lanyards are issued to meet safeguarding procedures.

Duties also include supporting the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) with radio contact and assisting with internal and external meeting arrangements, which includes booking rooms and catering, preparing papers, and minute-taking as required. You will maintain up-to-date filing systems, handle post distribution and franking, and be prepared to act as a Fire Marshall. The role requires compliance with the academy’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and liaising with the Designated Child Safeguarding Person over any concerns.

Qualifications

We require candidates with considerable experience of working in an admin/office environment. Experience of working in a school environment is desirable.

The role demands a strong ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences, both verbally and in writing, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines.

Essential skills include proficiency in using standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office, and the essential ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Candidates must possess Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, or equivalent, and be willing to obtain or enhance qualifications and training while in the post. A satisfactory DBS check is essential.

About Us

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?

We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:

Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.

Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)

Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.