Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Bourne Grammar School; Austerby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site fitness suite

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) –B

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Bourne Grammar School is seeking a professional, friendly Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to provide a welcoming front‑of‑house service for our school. You will handle pupil, parent, visitor and staff enquiries, manage telephone and email communications, and support a range of administrative duties, examinations and school events.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, discreet and accurate, with excellent communication skills and the ability to stay calm in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in front-of-house reception and admin tasks.
• Excellent communication, discretion and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage pupils, parents, visitors and staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage telephone and email enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Support administrative duties, examinations and whole‑school events.
• Uphold safeguarding and confidentiality.

Skills

Front-of-house

Telephone handling

Administrative support

Communication skills

Discretion

Job description

We are seeking a professional, friendly and highly organised Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to provide an efficient and welcoming front‑of‑house service for our School. The successful candidate will be confident dealing with pupils, parents, visitors and staff, managing telephone and email enquiries, maintaining accurate records and supporting a range of administrative duties, examinations and whole‑school events. Excellent communication skills, discretion, attention to detail and the ability to remain calm in a busy environment are essential, together with a strong commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and the values of the School.

We are proud of our strong, dedicated staff and warm community spirit, and we believe this role would be an ideal next step for an individual who thrives in a busy, high‑achieving setting and who values professionalism, discretion, and a collaborative approach. For someone with appropriate experience and a desire to contribute to a school that consistently sets the bar high, this is a superb opportunity to develop further and make a lasting impact.

Bourne Grammar School is a high‑achieving selective grammar school with a strong reputation for academic excellence and a supportive, inclusive ethos, where pastoral care lies at the heart of our community. Our vision is to inspire and empower everyone to believe, grow and succeed together, and this underpins everything we do. With a clear mission to provide the best atmosphere and the best support, we strive for the best results—defined not only by academic success, but also by the personal development and wellbeing of our students. As an employer, we ensure strong professional development opportunities and encourage staff to identify ways in which they can improve and develop.

Why join Bourne Grammar School?

We believe that the success of our students depends on the wellbeing, development and support of our staff. We are proud of the positive and collaborative culture within our school and are committed to ensuring colleagues feel valued and supported in their professional lives.

Alongside excellent opportunities for professional development, staff benefit from:

• The opportunity to work with highly motivated, respectful students who are keen to learn
• Supportive and approachable leaders who value staff voice and provide clear guidance, professional trust and encouragement
• A strong culture of professional collaboration and support across departments
• Opportunities to contribute to trips, enrichment activities and the wider life of the school
• Free access to our on‑site fitness suite
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) through BUPA, offering confidential advice and support for personal, financial and mental wellbeing
• Cycle to Work scheme, supporting healthier and more sustainable commuting

We are committed to creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and able to flourish both professionally and personally.

For further details about the role, or the School, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Bourne Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and to maintain a child‑centred approach to safeguarding.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates, and other pre‑employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Bourne Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.