Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

James Elliman Academy; Chalvey; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

James Elliman Academy in England is seeking a fixed-term Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to be the first point of contact for visitors and to provide administrative support across the school.

The role is term-time only (38 weeks) at 36 hours per week, with duties including handling calls, supporting staff, pupils and parents, and maintaining a confidential, efficient front-desk environment. The appointment supports safeguarding and will require an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Fixed term receptionist role as first point of contact for the school.
• Provide administrative support across the school.
• Experience in a school office is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for visitors entering the school.
• Provide administrative support to staff, pupils and parents.
• Maintain an excellent telephone manner and handle sensitive needs.
• Demonstrate IT and interpersonal skills and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Administration

Telephone etiquette

IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

School office experience

Work under pressure

Job description

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Hours: 36

Work Pattern: term time only - 38 weeks

Salary, (actual): £22,274 - £22,957

Grade: 3, SCP 5-7

Contract: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover - End Date - Aug 2027

James Elliman Academy is a large, friendly and vibrant multi-cultural 3 form entry primary school (with over 700 children on roll) and part of The Park Federation Academy Trust. Our partnership with The Park Federation Academy Trust means there are a host of professional development opportunities that will further your own skills, knowledge and expertise.

We are seeking to appoint a Fixed term receptionist; the role will be the first point of contact when entering the school, and will provide administrative support across the school.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual who:

• can provide administration support to staff, pupils and parents;
• has an excellent telephone manner and is able to deal sensitively with a range of parents and pupil’s needs;
• has excellent IT and interpersonal skills;
• is able to maintain confidentiality;
• ideally has previous school office experience
• Is efficient and is able to work on their own initiative and under pressure.

For the right candidate, we will offer

• extensive support and CPD;
• the opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust;
• a welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team;
• an ambitious and dynamic Senior leadership Team;
• a dedicated Governing Body;
• supportive parents and children who are keen to learn;
• an employee assistance programme (EAP).

We warmly welcome candidates coming to visit the school prior to application; please contact the school to arrange a visit. We do not accept CVs.

Closing date: As and when we receive successful applications.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List.