Receptionist and Admin Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Bexton Primary School; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexton Primary School and Nursery is seeking a friendly Receptionist and Admin Assistant to cover maternity leave in our busy school office. This fixed-term role runs until the substantive postholder returns, anticipated 16th July 2027, with salary pro rata for the length of the cover.

You will be the first point of contact for families and visitors, handling reception, parent communications and attendance, and supporting school meals and after-school clubs.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or similar reception/admin role preferred.
• Ability to manage parent communications and attendance.
• Good ICT skills and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Cover reception duties and greet visitors.
• Manage parent communications and attendance records.
• Administer school meals and after-school clubs coordination.
• Handle medication administration where applicable.

Skills

Organised

Communication

Customer service

Tools

Excel

Word

Forms

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

Receptionist and Admin Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Grade 3

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, commencing 1st December 2026 (or earlier if possible)

£25,614 - £26,016 FTE (£22,100 - £22,447 Annualised Actual Salary)

Join our Team at Bexton Primary School and Nursery!

Bexton Primary School and Nursery is a wonderful place to work. We pride ourselves on our welcoming and supportive ethos, where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential and develop a true love of learning. Located in the historic market town of Knutsford, our vibrant two-form entry primary school is easily accessible via several motorway networks.

We are looking for a friendly, organised Receptionist and Admin Assistant to cover maternity leave in our busy school office. This fixed-term post runs until the substantive postholder returns, anticipated to be 16th July 2027, with salary paid pro rata for the length of the cover. As the first point of contact for families and visitors, you'll look after reception, parent communications and attendance, administer medication, and co-ordinate school meals and after-school clubs.

The successful candidate will be warm and professional, calm under pressure and highly organised, with a "can do" attitude and great attention to detail. You'll need to be confident using Microsoft Excel, Word, Forms, SharePoint and Teams. Experience of working in a school office would be useful but isn't essential.

In return, at Bexton, we offer:

• A friendly, supportive office team
• A happy, supportive school with a strong team ethos
• Wonderful pupils who work hard
• A commitment to professional growth

Bexton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, a Social Media check and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

If you are excited by this opportunity and would like to join our fantastic team, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact our Business Manager, Mrs. Arran Rimmer, at [e-mail] for further information and to arrange tours of the school.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 9th November 2026

Interviews are expected to take place: Monday 16th November 2026