Front of house school admin assistant needed in Liverpool

TeacherActive; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education staffing agency is seeking a confident School Admin Assistant for a secondary school in Liverpool. The role involves managing reception duties, providing administrative support, and liaising with parents and external agencies. Applicants should have experience in a school admin environment and strong communication skills. Competitive pay and support from dedicated consultants are offered.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunity for permanent employment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced school admin office is essential.
• Strong administrative and IT skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for visitors and staff.
• Manage incoming calls, emails, and queries.
• Assist with attendance records and pupil information systems.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills (SIMS)

Calm and professional manner

Understanding of SEMH needs

Job description

School Admin Assistant Front of House SEMH Specialist Secondary School (L25 Liverpool)
Location: L25, Liverpool
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role:
TeacherActive is proud to be working on behalf of a specialist SEMH secondary school in the L25 area of Liverpool, who are looking for a confident and professional School Admin Assistant to join their dedicated team.

This is a front-of-house reception role at the heart of a busy school office, where you ll be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors, and staff. You ll provide administrative support across the school and help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the front office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and pupils at reception
• Managing incoming calls, emails, and queries efficiently and professionally
• Supporting general school administration including data entry, filing, and correspondence
• Assisting with attendance records, pupil information systems, and office documentation
• Liaising with parents, carers, and external agencies where appropriate
• Supporting with pupil-facing interactions in a calm, understanding, and professional manner

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working in a fast-paced school admin office essential
• Strong administrative and IT skills (SIMS or similar experience desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm and professional manner, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• An understanding of SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs advantageous
• A friendly and approachable personality with a genuine interest in supporting young people

Why Join TeacherActive?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to make a real difference in a specialist school environment
• Potential for long-term or permanent employment

If you are a proactive, organised, and compassionate individual looking for a rewarding role in a supportive school setting, we d love to hear from you.

To Apply, call Zoe on (phone number removed) or email your cv to (url removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.