Part Time Receptionist / Administrator

Newhall Park Primary; Bradford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Bradford is seeking a friendly and organized receptionist/administrator to join their school office team. The ideal candidate will provide a warm welcome to families and visitors, handle calls, manage enquiries, and assist with various administrative tasks. This role requires someone who is professional, reliable, and enjoys working as part of a team. Starting as soon as possible until July 17, 2026.

Qualifications

• Warm and approachable manner for greeting visitors.
• Ability to communicate clearly with children and adults.
• Reliable and organised for effective office management.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors and following safeguarding procedures.
• Answering phone calls and managing enquiries.
• Maintaining records and updating school systems.
• Assisting with the organization of school events.

Skills

Warm, professional manner

Teamwork

Organised and efficient

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Job description

Ideally to support mornings Monday to Friday - flexibility offered around days/times

Start date: To start as soon as possible. End date 17 July 2026

Band 5, SCP 5/6.

Newhall Park Primary School are looking for a friendly, organised and reliable person to join their school office team in a varied receptionist/administrator role. This is a key position providing a warm welcome to our families and visitors, as well as helping with day-to-day office tasks.

About The Role

The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for our school, answering calls, greeting visitors and supporting pupils, staff and families in a calm and professional way. You will also help with a range of general admin tasks to keep things running smoothly.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Welcoming visitors and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed
• Answering phone calls and dealing with enquiries professionally
• Managing incoming and outgoing post
• Supporting parents, carers and staff with general queries
• Maintaining records and updating school systems
• Assisting with the organisation of school events and meetings
• Carrying out other general administrative tasks as required to support the school office team
  
  

Ideal candidate:

• Has a warm, professional and approachable manner
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Is organised, efficient and reliable
• Can use Microsoft Office confidently
• Is willing to learn new systems quickly
• Communicates clearly with children and adults alike
• Can show initiative and solve problems calmly
  
  

About Us

Newhall Park Primary School is a large, inclusive primary in Bradford with a proud reputation for putting children and families at the heart of everything we do. Our motto, “Succeeding Together,” guides us every day - staff, pupils, parents and governors work in true partnership to help every child reach their potential.

We are committed to providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children feel valued and inspired to learn. We celebrate the rich diversity of our local community and believe every child deserves the very best start in life. As a member of our team, you’ll be joining a school that values collaboration, kindness and high expectations for all.

Interested? We would love to hear from you.

Once you have submitted your CV, you will be sent an email to apply directly on the website

Key information

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references before interview.

Proof of the right to work in the UK will be required