Receptionist/Administration Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Receptionist/Administration Assistant to support high standards of learning and create a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess good literacy and numeracy skills, excellent MS Office proficiency, and strong organisational abilities. This term time only role offers a welcoming and supportive atmosphere with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

High quality CPD opportunities

Employee benefits

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills to GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent).
• Excellent MS Office skills.
• Organisational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support high standards of learning and teaching.
• Create a nurturing environment for learners.
• Work as part of the Administration Team.

Job description

Post: Receptionist/Administration Assistant

Required: As soon as possible

Permanent and term time only

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only

Schedule

8.30am-4.30pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
8.30am-4.00pm Tuesday (subject to change each year – decided by the Principal)

Salary

Support Staff Scale Band C, full time equivalent salary range £25,185 - £29,540 but after pro‑ratio £22,195 - £26,033

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour
Ambition through Challenge
Strength through Diversity

Join Lyndon School

Lyndon is part of Summit Learning Trust, the leadership at Lyndon is progressive and has the vision, drive and support to lead the Academy on a journey of excellence, with Colleagues that have a passion for teaching and learning. Join us and you will be part of an improving school with a strong team ethos. We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things.

About this Role

Here at Lyndon School, we aim to create opportunities and support achievement for our learners and colleagues alike. Right now, we are seeking a motivated, flexible and enthusiastic Administration Assistant to work as part of our dedicated Administration Team, who is committed to supporting our high standards of learning and teaching for our learners as well as creating a nurturing environment within which everyone can reach their full potential.

Requirements: Good literacy and numeracy skills to GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent), excellent MS Office, organisational and interpersonal skills.

Why Join Summit Learning Trust?

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment. Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression. Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits. The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

Visits to the Academy are encouraged. Please contact 0121 743 3402 to arrange this.

Closing Date

The closing date is 12 pm on 7th December 2025 and it is expected that interviews will be held shortly after.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check, and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available at summitlearningtrust.org.uk. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact [e-mail].