Part-Time School Reception & Admin Assistant

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Reward Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site gym facilities

Job summary

Bridgwater College Academy is looking for a friendly Receptionist and Admin Assistant to join our front office. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff and visitors, delivering a welcoming and efficient service.

This varied role covers front‑of‑house duties, safeguarding procedures, basic admin tasks and maintaining accurate records in school systems, with term-time hours and a positive, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Front-of-house friendly and professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage front desk duties and basic admin tasks.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors and managing sign-in, safeguarding and visitor procedures.
• Handling incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries to the appropriate staff.
• Providing a professional and helpful service to students, parents, staff and external agencies.
• Managing deliveries, post and parcels, ensuring items are recorded and distributed appropriately.
• Maintaining accurate records and updating information on school systems.
• Supporting general administrative tasks, including filing, correspondence and office administration.
• Ensuring reception areas, displays and information points remain welcoming, accurate and up to date.

Job description

Bridgwater College Academy is looking for a friendly Receptionist and Admin Assistant to join our front office. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff and visitors, delivering a welcoming and efficient service.

This varied role covers front‑of‑house duties, safeguarding procedures, basic admin tasks and maintaining accurate records in school systems, with term-time hours and a positive, supportive environment.