Administrative Assistant & Receptionist

TES FE News; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in London seeks a committed Administrative Assistant and Receptionist to join the office team. Responsibilities include various administrative and reception tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong IT and communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. This permanent role is term-time only, offering 35.5 hours per week.

Benefits

Outstanding CPD programme

Wellbeing benefits

Great transport links

Qualifications

• Must be well-organised and committed.
• Ability to handle interruptions while maintaining productivity.
• Must work independently with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a range of administrative and reception tasks.

Skills

Excellent administrative and IT skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

High level of confidentiality and discretion

Job description

Overview

We are looking to appoint a well-organised and committed Administrative Assistant and Receptionist to work as part of the office team, responsible for a range of administrative and reception tasks.

Contract: Term Time Only plus 5 inset days (39 weeks) / Permanent, 35.5 hours per week.

Ideal Candidate

• Excellent administrative and IT skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work under pressure, handle interruptions, and work independently with initiative
• High level of confidentiality and discretion

What We Offer

• A diverse and supportive whole school team, each with their skills and strengths
• Outstanding CPD programme
• Wellbeing benefits including an employee assistance programme offering helpline and additional support with legal, financial advice and counselling
• Great transport links in the heart of Westminster
• Unique and rewarding work in an outstanding school

Visits are welcome by appointment. For further information and our privacy notices, please refer to the school website https://www.evelina.southwark.sch.uk

Interested applicants must complete the school application form and submit by e-mail to [e-mail] at the earliest possible time. The review of applications will begin as soon as applications are received. The school reserves the right to appoint before the stated application closing date should we find the suitable candidate. CVs will not be accepted.

Evelina Hospital School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate vetting and barring checks, as described in the current DfE Guidance “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, pass a health check, provide proof of the right to work in the UK and have at least two supportive references, including one from the most recent employer.