Receptionist / Administrator - Central Resources LCT (Burton Borough School)

Telford and Wrekin Council; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in England is seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant. The position is permanent, working 37 hours per week during term time plus one additional week. Responsibilities include reception duties, general administration, and support for academic departments. The ideal candidate will be motivated and committed to safeguarding children. Competitive salary depends on experience.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Predominantly reception duties
• Resources management
• General Administration support to Academic Departments

Skills

Reception duties

General Administration

Support to Academic Departments

Job description

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant (Scale 2) - Central Resources

Permanent Post

37 Hours per week - 8.00 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Thursday (3.30 pm on Friday)

Term Time + 1 Week (PD Days)

Scale 2 (£12.85 - £13.05 per hour)

Per Annum (£21,229 - £21,559) dependent on experience and length of service

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic person who will be working as part of the Central Admin Team, under the guidance of the Senior Administrator/Assistant School Business Manager.

Main responsibilities

• Predominantly reception duties
• Resources
• General Administration
• Support to Academic Departments

Burton Borough is a vibrant and inclusive mixed school of 1210 students, situated on the Shropshire / Staffordshire border within the pleasant market town of Newport. Our location provides easy access to and from Shrewsbury, Stafford, Telford and Wolverhampton.

We are proud to be part of the Learning Community Trust, having joined in April 2024. This partnership places us within a forward-thinking, research-informed network of professionals, where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

The school sits at the heart of the Newport community and aims to ensure that the skills, talents and attributes of all our young people are fostered so they flourish within a caring environment that has high aspirations for all. We believe that all students in our community have the right to the highest standard of education and see ourselves as having a privileged role in ensuring the young people of Newport prosper.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance for the school.

For further information, please visit our website at www.burtonborough.org.uk or telephone [phone] or email [e-mail].

For daily updates and to see what we do, follow us on Facebook or Instagram @BurtonBorough.

Closure date: 14th October 2025 at 12pm

Interview Date: 16th October 2025

Please note candidates will only be contacted if they are shortlisted for interview