Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

TES FE News; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant school is seeking a friendly and highly organized Receptionist and Administrative Assistant for a part-time role during term time. This position involves managing front-of-house duties, supporting daily operations, and liaising for transport services, making it integral to the school community.

Qualifications

• Friendly and highly organized.
• Experience in administrative roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage front-of-house duties and assist with daily school operations.
• Provide general administrative support and coordinate transport services.

Skills

Organisation

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Job description

Job Overview

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Start Date: 25 August 2025

We are seeking a friendly and highly organised Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to join our team on a permanent, part-time basis during term time.

Working Monday to Friday from 1:30pm to 5:30pm (20 hours per week), you will be the welcoming face of our school and a key point of contact for visitors, staff, pupils, and parents. In this varied role, you'll manage front-of-house duties, assist with daily school operations, and provide general administrative support. You will also play a vital part in administering our school transport services, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient travel arrangements.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant school community while using your administrative and interpersonal skills in a dynamic environment.

This term-time role offers a part-time actual salary of £11,791 – £12,030 (FTE: £27,756 – £28,319), with some holiday working days required, mainly in late August.

Additional Details

For further details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

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Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and fully committed to celebrating, respecting, and learning about inclusion and diversity throughout the community.

Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, Disclosure and Barring Service, and Online/Social media Searches.

Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email [e-mail]