Receptionist/ Administrator

Virtual Bridges; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded secondary school in East London is seeking a calm and organised School Receptionist/Administrator for a long-term role starting in September. This role involves welcoming students and visitors, handling enquiries, and supporting administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience in a school environment and excellent communication skills. This position is a full academic year opportunity, with a pay rate of £14-15 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school or educational environment.
• Able to manage front-of-house responsibilities effectively.
• Experience using school data systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming students, parents, visitors, and staff.
• Handling calls and enquiries.
• Supporting day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Maintaining accurate records and managing data systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Job description

School Receptionist / Administrator - Long-Term Opportunity (up to 1 year), Pay Rate- £14-15per hour

Location: East London

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch)

Start Date: Early September

Contract Type: Ongoing agency placement (term-time, with some holiday cover)

Are you a calm, organised, and confident front-of-house professional with experience in school administration or reception?

We are working with a well-regarded secondary school in East London that is looking to appoint a Receptionist/Administrator for the full academic year, starting in September. This is a key front-of-house role where you'll be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcoming students, parents, visitors, and staff in a professional and friendly manner
• Answering calls and handling enquiries
• Supporting with day-to-day administrative tasks
• Maintaining accurate records and managing data systems
• Liaising with different departments to support school operations
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a school or educational environment (Reception/Admin)
• Strong communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone
• Able to stay calm and professional under pressure
• Comfortable multitasking in a busy school office
• Experience using SIMS, Arbor, or similar school data systems (preferred but not essential)
  
  

Additional Details

• Trial day likely to take place on Wednesday 3rd September
• Long-term agency role for the entire academic year (with the possibility of some holiday cover)
• Paid via agency on a competitive day rate
  
  

If you're enthusiastic about working in a school environment and are available from September, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply now with your CV, and a consultant will be in touch shortly.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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