Administration & Organisation Level 3 - Receptionist & General Administrator

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; Neath; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority council in Neath is seeking a motivated Receptionist & General Administrator. The role involves acting as the first point of contact, managing visitor inquiries, and supporting the administration team with various tasks. Ideal candidates should have strong communication and IT skills, a flexible approach, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. The position offers part-time hours during term time, contributing to a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working within a school environment.
• Capable of working under pressure and maintaining confidentiality.
• Experienced in using information management systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the school's front of house welcoming visitors and answering calls.
• Support HR personnel administration and organisation tasks.
• Assist the Headteacher's PA with various responsibilities.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills including MS Office 365

Flexibility

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Administration & Organisation Level 3 - Receptionist & General Administrator

Job description

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.

This position is split across two areas of responsibility :

• 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
• Headteachers PA
• School Planning Coordination (alongside SLT)
• Clerking of Pupil Disciplinary Committee meetings
• General administrative duties

We are looking for someone who is :

• 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.