Apprentice School Receptionist & Admin Assistant (Term-Time)

Midsomer Norton Primary; Frome; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours

Apprenticeship program

Professional development

Job summary

Oakfield Academy in Frome is seeking an Apprentice Receptionist to join our busy school office. You will provide high-quality secretarial support while delivering a positive first impression to parents and visitors. 30 hours per week, term-time only plus five INSET days, with a fixed-term contract of 18 months.

The role reports to the Office Manager and Head Teacher; DBS check is required. The actual salary is £10,752 per year, with the FTE salary listed as £15,434.33 gross per annum.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C (4) or above (or equivalent).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a welcoming face-to-face and phone manner.
• Proficiency in standard office software (Word processing, spreadsheets, email, calendar management).
• Good organisational skills with confidentiality and data protection awareness.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for parents, visitors and callers in a friendly, professional manner.
• Provide general confidential administrative and secretarial support to Head Teacher and Office Manager.
• Manage daily attendance calls to families and record staff absences accurately.
• Co-produce and distribute the school newsletter; update school website and Facebook page.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Communication skills

Office software

Education

GCSE English & Maths grade C or above

Tools

Arbor MIS

Job description

Oakfield Academy in Frome is seeking an Apprentice Receptionist to join our busy school office. You will provide high-quality secretarial support while delivering a positive first impression to parents and visitors. 30 hours per week, term-time only plus five INSET days, with a fixed-term contract of 18 months.

The role reports to the Office Manager and Head Teacher; DBS check is required. The actual salary is £10,752 per year, with the FTE salary listed as £15,434.33 gross per annum.