Receptionist/Admin Assistant

North East Ambition; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academy in Sunderland is seeking a Receptionist/Admin Assistant to handle reception duties and provide administrative support. The role offers a full-time permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits, including annual leave and pension scheme. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, ensuring effective service delivery.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in reception duties and administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Undertake reception duties, including answering calls and managing inquiries.
• Provide efficient administrative and clerical support.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Job description

Post: Receptionist/Admin Assistant

Starting date: As soon as possible

Salary: Range 4-5 (£24,734 - £25,125 per annum), all year round (based on 37.5 hours per week)

Location: Sandhill View Academy

Contract type: Full time

Contract Term: Permanent

About Us

We are a family of academies sharing a common vision:

To provide the highest quality education for young people in the communities we serve.

Our vision extends beyond our Trust to contribute to the broader regional regeneration by empowering students to aspire, achieve, and enjoy learning.

We aim to be an excellent employer, fostering high standards of integrity and focusing on how our decisions benefit our young people.

Each academy maintains its unique identity while sharing policies and collaborating within and across schools. We are dedicated to staff development, satisfaction, and motivation to deliver the best support and education.

Our academies have been rated 'good' by Ofsted in all areas.

Role Expectations

We are looking for someone who will:

1. Undertake reception duties, including answering calls, managing face-to-face inquiries, and signing in/out visitors. Interacting directly with pupils, parents, visitors, and staff will be a key aspect of the role.
2. Provide efficient administrative and clerical support to ensure services are delivered effectively and promptly.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days with 5 years of continuous service
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and options for Additional Voluntary Contributions
• Training and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme

Additional Information

Visits to the school are welcome and can be arranged by contacting Joanne Woods, PA to the Headteacher & Office Manager, [e-mail].

Further details are available on our website: http://sandhillview.com.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 am on Monday, 2nd June 2025.

Applications should be sent to Sam Ferry, Head of HR and PA to Joanne Maw, [e-mail].

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employment offers are subject to an enhanced DBS check.