Administrative and Reception Assistant

School Improvement Liverpool Ltd; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery is seeking an Administrative and Reception Assistant to join our friendly team in Liverpool. You will be the first point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors, providing excellent customer service and essential administrative support to keep the school running smoothly.

The role requires a friendly, approachable attitude and the ability to stay calm under pressure in a busy environment, with responsibilities spanning reception, clerical tasks and family

Qualifications

• First point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors requiring friendly, professional reception.
• Provide excellent customer service and administrative support for the school.
• Maintain a calm, approachable manner in a busy office environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors.
• Undertake reception, clerical and administrative duties as part of the admin team.
• Support staff, pupils and families and help ensure efficient day-to-day school operations.

Skills

Customer service

Professional demeanour

Calm under pressure

Flexible and adaptable

Reliable and trustworthy

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Administrative and Reception Assistant (Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery)

Employer Information

Employer Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery Address Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery
Brockenhurst Road
Liverpool
L9 3BU Website https://ricelaneprimary.co.uk/

The Governors of Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery are seeking to appoint an Administrative and Reception Assistant to join our friendly and supportive school team.

Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery is a happy, nurturing and ambitious three-form entry primary school with over 530 pupils on roll, including a nursery and SEND enhanced provision. The school is committed to inclusion, high expectations and ensuring every child achieves their full potential.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of children and young people in our care. This includes promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued.

Role Information

Job Title Administrative and Reception Assistant Job Type Finance & Administration Job Phase Primary Location Liverpool

Grade Grade 2 SCP 3-5 Actual Salary Information n/a Actual Salary Range £25,614-26,427(FTE) Contract Type Permanent Contract Term Part time, Term time only Closing Date Friday, October 30th, 2026

About the Role

The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors, providing excellent customer service and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the school.
We are looking for someone who is friendly, approachable and able to maintain a calm and professional manner in a busy environment.
Working as part of our administration team, you will undertake a range of reception, clerical and administrative duties, supporting staff, pupils and families and helping to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the school.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who will be:

• Professional and approachable.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Calm under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service.
• Dedicated to supporting children, families and staff.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Application Information

Closing Date Friday, October 30th, 2026 Closing Time 12:00pm Shortlisting Date Monday, November 2nd, 2026

Interview Date Wednesday, November 4th, 2026