Reception/Administrator

Pertemps; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time schedule

Work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Pertemps is recruiting a Receptionist & Administrative Assistant for a Plymouth school. The role combines front-of-house reception with administrative support across several departments, in a busy, welcoming environment.

We are seeking a positive, proactive individual with strong IT skills and excellent communication to help ensure smooth day-to-day operations and contribute to HR, Finance and Health & Safety functions.

Qualifications

• Previous reception and/or administration experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A professional, friendly and approachable manner
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• A team-focused approach and willingness to support colleagues across different departments

Responsibilities

• Managing reception, incoming calls, emails and visitor enquiries
• Overseeing visitor sign-in procedures and compliance processes
• Handling post, deliveries and general office administration
• Supporting pupil-related administrative processes and maintaining accurate records
• Coordinating documentation, reviews and policy schedules
• Providing administrative support across HR, Finance and Health & Safety functions
• Assisting with the efficient day-to-day operation of the school's support services

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Prior reception/administration

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

Plymouth | 25 Hours per Week | Term Time (39 Weeks per Year)

Monday-Friday, 10:00am-3:30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)

Permanent Position | SalaryTBC

Are you an organised and personable administrator who enjoys being at the heart of a busy environment?

We're working with a well-respected school in Plymouth to recruit a Receptionist & Administrative Assistant. This is a varied and rewarding role within a supportive team, providing front-of-house reception duties alongside administrative support across several operational departments.

The Role

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers and external professionals, you'll play a key role in creating a welcoming and professional experience while helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Duties will include:

• Managing reception, incoming calls, emails and visitor enquiries
• Overseeing visitor sign-in procedures and compliance processes
• Handling post, deliveries and general office administration
• Supporting pupil-related administrative processes and maintaining accurate records
• Coordinating documentation, reviews and policy schedules
• Providing administrative support across HR, Finance and Health & Safety functions
• Assisting with the efficient day-to-day operation of the school's support services

About You

We're looking for a positive and proactive individual who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering excellent administrative support.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous reception and/or administration experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A professional, friendly and approachable manner
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• A team-focused approach and willingness to support colleagues across different departments

What's on Offer?

• A varied and rewarding role within a specialist educational environment
• Exposure to a wide range of administrative functions including HR, Finance and Health & Safety
• A supportive and welcoming team culture
• Term-time working, offering a fantastic work-life balance
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution within an education setting that supports children and young people with additional needs

If you're looking for a busy and rewarding administration role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.