Administration & Organisation Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Port Talbot is seeking a dedicated Receptionist & Administrative Assistant. This role involves being the first point of contact for visitors while providing essential administrative support to the busy team. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and IT skills, be flexible, and work well under pressure. A commitment to safeguarding and a positive attitude are essential. This position offers part-time hours with a salary ranging from £19,414 to £20,682 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working within a school environment.
• Capable of working under pressure while prioritising tasks.
• Experienced in using information management systems.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and answer telephone calls.
• Support the administration team with HR and planning tasks.
• Clerk meetings and manage general administrative duties.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

IT skills (MS Office 365)

Confidentiality

Job description

Administration & Organisation

Receptionist & General Administration

Reference: POSN1020146

Start Date: 2nd February 2026

Salary: £19,414 to £20,682 (pro rata) (subject to term time adjustment). The salary stated will be subject to a term time only adjustment for the commencement of employment outside of the start date of 1st September.

Part Time: 39 weeks. Hours: 32.50 (part time). Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5 - 9.

Mon – Fri 8.00 am to 3.00 pm (includes a 30 minute unpaid lunch).

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and committed Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to join our busy administration team. This is a key role as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and pupils, providing a professional, efficient, and welcoming service at the school’s front desk.

About the Role

• Reception: Acting as the school’s "front of house," greeting visitors, answering telephone calls, and supporting staff and pupils with enquiries.
• General Administration: Supporting the wider administration team with tasks such as:
  • HR Personnel Administration
  • Organisation of advertisements/refreshments
  • Headteacher’s PA
  • School Planning Coordination (alongside SLT)
  • Clerking of Pupil Disciplinary Committee meetings
  • General administrative duties

The Ideal Candidate

• Enthusiastic about working within a school environment
• A good communicator and caring team member, who is flexible and approachable
• Able to work collaboratively with colleagues across the school
• Capable of working under pressure, prioritising tasks, and maintaining confidentiality
• Experienced in using information management systems, with strong IT skills including MS Office 365
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently using initiative
• Possessing a good sense of humour and a positive attitude

The school and Neath Port Talbot Council are totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our school is equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (child’s list).

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

You may apply online.

• Closing date: Friday 9th January 2026
• Shortlisting date: Monday 12th January 2026
• Interview date: Thursday 22nd January 2026