Receptionist and Administration Assistant

Brighton & Hove City Council; Hove; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Brunswick Primary School in Hove is seeking a friendly Receptionist and Administration Assistant to join the Office team. The role is part-time (28 hours per week) during term time, with 45.05 weeks of paid holiday entitlement. Start date as soon as possible.

You will handle front-desk duties, support pupils, parents and staff, and perform a range of administrative tasks while meeting deadlines. Strong IT skills, confidentiality and a positive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Possess excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, staff and visitors.
• Be able to work in a busy reception/office and complete admin tasks to deadlines.
• Be organised and able to manage time efficiently, working as part of a team and using own initiative.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment and maintain professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate pupil attendance.
• Provide admin support in a busy reception/office and handle front-desk duties.
• Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity when dealing with information.
• Be prepared to undertake first aid training and other relevant training.

Skills

excellent communication skills

strong IT skills

organised

teamwork

time management

first aid training

confidentiality

Job description

Location Brunswick Primary School, Somerhill Road, Hove, BN3 1RP

Job profile for Receptionist and Administration Assistant

Receptionist and Administration Assistant

Location Brunswick Primary School, Somerhill Road, Hove, BN3 1RP 04/10/2026

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £27,254 - £27,694 pro rata Contractual hours 28 Job category/type Administration Date posted 25/09/2026 Job reference REQ0001539 Attachments Application Form Support Staff.docx Admin Organisational Support Role B.doc

Job description

Brunswick Primary School is a thriving primary school located in Hove. It is currently collaborating with Hove Learning Federation which is comprised of three sites made up of the family of schools of West Hove Infant and Hove Junior School.

Our staff team, governors, and parents and carers are all committed to building on the achievements while addressing areas for challenge and improvement.

Part-time: 28 hours per week, term-time only.

Paid weeks per year:45.05 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date:As soon as possible

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and friendly individual to join our Office team.

The successful candidate will:

• Possess excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, staff and visitors to the school
• Be able to work in a busy reception/office, whilst also completing a variety of admin tasks and working to deadlines
• Be organised and able to manage their time efficiently, working as part of a team and using their own initiative
• Have experience of working in a fast-paced environment and be able to work in a calm and professional manner at all times
• Be responsible for monitoring and evaluating pupil attendance.
• Have strong IT skills
• Be flexible to the demands of the role.
• Be prepared to undertake first aid training and any other relevant training.
• Be able to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Have a positive attitude and sense of humour.

Previous experience in a school setting would be an advantage but is not essential.

Closing date: 12pm 4 th October 2026

Interview date:To be confirmed

Telephone: [phone]

Website: www.brunswick.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

Brunswick Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are proud that our school is a culturally rich and diverse place of learning, and we are keen to encourage people from diverse ethnic backgrounds to apply and join our staff team. The school has a strong focus on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion for our pupils, staff and governors and we are passionate about creating an environment where every pupil can thrive.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.