Receptionist/Admin Officer

Oasis Academy Parkwood; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Parkwood in Scunthorpe is seeking a committed and organised Receptionist & Admin Officer to support the smooth running of the academy. This frontline role blends administrative duties with attendance support to help maintain excellent school attendance across the site.

You will manage reception, answer calls, record attendance and liaise with families and staff. Hours are term-time only, 32.5 hours per week, with a salary of SCP 4-8 (£25,185-£26,824 FTE) and membership of the Local

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence using IT systems including Outlook and Excel.
• Calm, professional, and confidential approach.
• Enjoy working with families, children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception and day-to-day admin.
• Record attendance, lates and first-day calls.
• Cooperate with staff to ensure registers are correct.
• Produce attendance reports and letters.
• Liaise with families, external agencies and Local Authority.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Outlook

Excel

Team player

Job description

Oasis Academy Parkwood is looking for a committed and organised Receptionist & Admin Officer to join our friendly team and play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our academy. This is an important front-of-house position that combines high-quality administrative support with responsibility for helping us improve and maintain excellent attendance across the school.

As the first point of contact for students, families and visitors, you will ensure our reception is welcoming, professional and efficient. You will also work closely with our Operations Manager, Attendance Lead and pastoral teams to maintain accurate attendance records, communicate with families, and support children where attendance barriers exist.

What you'll be doing

• Managing reception, answering calls and supporting day-to-day admin
• Accurately recording attendance, lates and first-day calls
• Working with staff to ensure registers are completed correctly
• Producing attendance reports, letters and legal documentation
• Liaising with families, external agencies and the Local Authority

What we're looking for

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confidence using IT systems including Outlook and Excel
• Ability to work calmly, professionally and confidentially
• Someone who enjoys working with families, children and staff
• A team player who embodies the Oasis ethos and values

Why join Oasis Academy Parkwood?

You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven community committed to providing exceptional education at the heart of our local area. We offer a welcoming environment, opportunities for professional development, and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

If you're organised, friendly and passionate about helping children succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Hours: Term-time only, 32.5 hours per week

Salary: SCP 4-8 (£25,185-£26,824 FTE)