Administration Assistant and Receptionist

King Edward VII School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,583 - 25,989; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Eye test vouchers

Wellbeing package

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Job summary

King Edward VII School in Sheffield is seeking an Administration Assistant and Receptionist to provide high-quality administrative and reception support at the Lower School site. The role is 22.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a permanent contract and a indicative salary band.

You will act as the first point of contact at designated times, handling enquiries and delivering efficient administrative support across departments. Experience with ICT and Excel is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficient ICT, including strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Confident and professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, proactive and committed.

Responsibilities

• Managing written and verbal enquiries.
• Maintaining accurate manual and computerised records.
• Supporting the organisation of school trips and events.
• Preparing and distributing resources for departmental staff.
• Providing effective day‑to‑day administrative support.

Skills

Excel skills

ICT proficiency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Administration Assistant and Receptionist

22.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Tuesday to Thursday

Grade 3 Point 5 to 6

£25,583 to £25,989 per annum FTE (actual £13,382 to £13,594 per annum)

Permanent contract

Required start date: ASAP

King Edward VII School is a thriving, over‑subscribed school with a diverse intake. It is an stimulating place in which to work, offering many opportunities to students and staff alike. The School enjoys an excellent reputation and sees the calibre of its staff as a key strength. King Edward VII School has two sites within the S10 area, approximately 1.5 miles apart. We also offer an excellent benefits package, including a pension, eye test vouchers and a wellbeing package. We also offer a full employee assistance programme (EAP).

King Edward VII School is seeking to appoint a confident, enthusiastic and highly organised Administration Assistant and Receptionist to provide high‑quality administrative and reception at the Lower School site.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and personable individual who enjoys working in a busy school environment and is committed to delivering an efficient and welcoming service to students, parents, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will act as a first point of contact for the School at designated times, providing a professional reception service alongside comprehensive administrative support to departments across the School.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing written and verbal enquiries
• Maintaining accurate manual and computerised records
• Supporting the organisation of school trips and events
• Preparing and distributing resources for departmental staff
• Providing effective day‑to‑day administrative support

What We Are Looking For:

• Enthusiastic, proactive and committed
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Confident and professional manner
• Proficient in ICT, including strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively within a busy environment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. All applicants are required to read the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy incorporating Self‑Harm and Online Safety.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS certificate. As the post will involve regulated activity with children, it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are included on the children’s barred list held by the DBS.

Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are “protected”. These are not subject to the disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Candidates may be asked for further information about their criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self‑disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure and Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. We will perform online searches as part of due diligence for all shortlisted candidates.

Please note: Only applications on the standard Sheffield LA leadership application form will be accepted.

CVs will not be considered.

For further details please contact Mr T Hall – HR & Cover Manager at [e-mail] or visit https://www.kes.sheffield.sch.uk/school/about-us/working-for-us

Closing date: Friday 4 September 2026 - 9am