Front Desk Assistant - School Reception (Term-Time)

Swindon Academy; Swindon; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Swindon Academy in Swindon is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join the Front of House team at the Alton Close site. The role is 22.5 hours per week, term time only, with a salary of £12,931 per annum pro rata to £24,978 full-time.

You will manage the switchboard, greet visitors, support pupils, staff and parents, and handle administration and room bookings, mail, and supplies. The ideal candidate has GCSEs, strong customer service, and experience with data systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• GCSE level qualification or equivalent required.
• Experience in administrative support and front-of-house tasks.
• Proven ability to use data systems, spreadsheets and word processing.
• Experience working with students and parents is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Answer the switchboard, welcome visitors and direct queries.
• Provide general administrative support and reception services.
• Book meeting rooms and prepare rooms for meetings.
• Handle mail, post, and stock of hospitality supplies.
• Support with larger mailings and routine admin tasks.

Skills

GCSE level

Administrative experience

Data systems experience

Working with students/parents

Team player

Customer service

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Data systems

Job description

Swindon Academy in Swindon is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join the Front of House team at the Alton Close site. The role is 22.5 hours per week, term time only, with a salary of £12,931 per annum pro rata to £24,978 full-time.

You will manage the switchboard, greet visitors, support pupils, staff and parents, and handle administration and room bookings, mail, and supplies. The ideal candidate has GCSEs, strong customer service, and experience with data systems and MS Office.