Ashmead - Receptionist/Medical Administrator

Lewisham Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashmead Primary School in London (Deptford) is seeking a dedicated Receptionist/Medical Administrator to cover maternity leave. The role is 25 hours per week, 5 hours daily, Monday to Friday, 8.30 - 1.30, term-time plus INSET days (39 weeks per year).

You will provide front desk support and administrative tasks in a school setting, demonstrating excellent communication, attention to detail, and reliability in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Some administrative experience relevant to the role (receptionist/administration/medical administration).
• Experience in a school is desirable.
• A team-player who is able to establish positive working relationships.
• Good communication skills.
• An understanding of the importance of following procedures within an organisation.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent time-keeping and attendance.

Skills

Admin experience

School environment

Team player

Communication skills

Procedures adherence

Attention to detail

Timekeeping

Job description

Ashmead Primary School – Receptionist/Medical Administrator

The Role:

We are looking for a hard-working Receptionist/Administrator to join our established team to cover a maternity leave ASAP. This post is 25 hours a week, 5 hours a day - Monday to Friday. Hours to be worked from 8.30 - 1.30 pm. This is a term-time only post, plus INSET days (39 weeks per year).

Salary:

Salary is Lewisham Sc3 pro-rata salary approx £ 19,000 per annum.

Qualifications:

• Some administrative experience relevant to the role (receptionist/administration/medical administration)
• Experience in a school is desirable
• A team-player who is able to establish positive working relationships
• Good communication skills
• An understanding of the importance of following procedures within an organisation
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent time-keeping and attendance

Location:

Ashmead Primary School
Ashmead Road
Deptford
London
SE8 4DX
020 8692 6081
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.myashmead.org

Closing date:

The closing date for applications is 9 am on Monday 21st September 2026. Interviews will take place week beginning 28th September.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding:

We are committed to safer recruitment and the protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS and reference checks and proof of the right to work in the UK. We are committed to promoting equality and welcome applications from all sections of the community.