Primary Receptionist

Bradford Academy; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Academy is seeking an organised, professional Primary Receptionist/Administrator to be the first point of contact for pupils, families, visitors and external agencies, delivering a warm welcome while providing high-quality administrative support across the Primary Phase.

You will handle enquiries by telephone, email and in person, maintain records, support attendance, assist with communications, organise meetings and events, and contribute to admissions, welfare, safeguarding and other

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role is essential.
• Experience within a school environment would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational, communication and ICT skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage enquiries by telephone, email and in person.
• Provide efficient front-office support to pupils, families, visitors and staff.
• Maintain accurate records and databases; support attendance processes.
• Assist with Academy communications and organise meetings and events.
• Support admissions, educational visits, student welfare, first aid, safeguarding documentation.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

ICT skills

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an organised, professional and approachable Primary Receptionist / Administrator to join our dedicated team at Bradford Academy. As the first point of contact for pupils, families, visitors and external agencies, you will provide a warm welcome while delivering high-quality administrative support across the Primary Phase.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will manage enquiries by telephone, email and in person, maintain accurate records and databases, support attendance processes, assist with Academy communications, organise meetings and events, and provide efficient front-office support to colleagues and leaders. The role also includes supporting admissions, educational visits, student welfare, first aid, administration and safeguarding documentation.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational, communication and ICT skills who can work effectively in a busy environment, manage competing priorities and maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality and customer service. Experience in an administrative role is essential, and experience within a school environment would be advantageous.

At Bradford Academy, you will join a supportive and inclusive community committed to helping every learner thrive. If you enjoy building positive relationships, take pride in delivering excellent service and want to make a daily difference to the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you.