Receptionist/Admin Assistant

Springfield Primary School; Kempston; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

CPD and development opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Springfield Primary School in Kempston invites applications for a part-time Receptionist/Admin Assistant. The role covers key administrative duties to support the school and leaders, 25 hours per week during term time plus five training days. The exact salary is £14,269 to £14,495 (actual salary).

The post is a 1-year fixed-term contract with DBS checks and safeguarding expectations. The successful candidate will provide front-d desk support, handle enquiries, and contribute to a friendly,

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support in an educational or public-facing setting.
• Ability to converse fluently in English.
• Wosters to safeguarding and pupil welfare procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to ensure a comprehensive school service.
• Assist school leaders with a range of administrative functions.
• Uphold safeguarding standards and support pupils and staff.

Skills

Administrative support

Excellent communication

Team coordination

Customer service

English fluency

Job description

Receptionist/Admin Assistant at Springfield Primary School

New

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SPS/46322

Location

Orchard Street, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7LJ

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£14,269.00 - £14,495.00 Annually (Actual)

NJC L2 pt 4 - 5

Hours Per Week

25

Fixed Term End Date

Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date

9:00am, Fri 18th Sep, 2026

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

1

Interview Date(s)

Week Commencing 21st September 2026

About this Role

RECEPTIONIST/ADMIN ASSISTANT

25 hours per week, term time only (plus 5 training days)

Monday to Friday 8.00am - 1:00pm

1 year fixed term contract

Salar y scale: L2 Points 4 - 5 £14,269 - £14,495 actual salary

We have a fantastic opportunity for an energetic and motivated individual to join our friendly school as Receptionist/Admin Assistant. The role is to provide a range of administrative duties to ensure that a comprehensive support service is provided to the school.

This is a key post within the school which requires dedication and a highly efficient and responsible approach providing support and guidance to the leaders within the school on a range of administrative functions. If you feel you have the appropriate skill set to undertake this role and are keen to develop your career in an educational setting we would love to hear from you.

Applicants for these public-facing posts will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English.

If you have unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CV's.

For further information, please contact Becky Cave, HR Lead, [email protected].

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development/promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace

Closing date for the receipt of applications is 9.00am on Friday 18th September 2026 with interviews taking place week commencing 21st September 2026.

Website: www.springfieldprimaryschool.org.uk

Twitter: @springfieldbeds

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