Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to the Deputy Headteachers

eTeach UK Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Westfield Health Care Plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Employee discount scheme

Job summary

Caludon Castle School is seeking a Receptionist & Admin Assistant to support the Deputy Headteachers. This role combines a welcoming reception service with high-quality administrative support, serving students, parents, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will have strong IT skills, experience with Microsoft Office, excellent communication, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion in a busy school environment. Term-time plus 5 days, permanent, 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in reception or administrative roles is essential.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, welcoming reception service to students, parents, staff and visitors.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support to the Deputy Headteachers.
• Support day-to-day school administration and communications.

Skills

Reception experience

Administrative skills

IT skills

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to the Deputy Headteachers

Receptionist & Admin Assistant to the Deputy HeadteachersCaludon Castle SchoolGrade 3 £26,016 - £27,274Actual salary £22,576 – £23,667 pro rata to weeks and hours workedPermanent, 37 hours per weekStart date: November 2026Working hours:Monday – Wednesday 08.30 – 4.30pmThursday and Friday 08.00 – 4.30pmTerm Time only plus 5 additional days (made up of 3 teacher training days to be agreed with your line manager and 2 days in August to open reception on GCSE and A-Level result days).We have an exciting opportunity for a Receptionist & Admin Assistant to the Deputy Headteachers to join our friendly and dedicated team at Caludon Castle School.This key role combines providing a professional, efficient and welcoming reception service with delivering high-quality administrative support to the Deputy Headteachers. As one of the first points of contact for students, parents, staff and visitors, you will play an important part in creating a positive experience for everyone who interacts with our school.We are seeking an organised, adaptable and highly professional individual with excellent communication and administrative skills. You will be confident dealing with a wide range of stakeholders, managing competing priorities and maintaining a calm and approachable manner in a busy school environment. Previous experience in a reception or administrative role is essential, and experience within a school setting would be advantageous.The successful candidate will have strong IT skills, including experience of Microsoft Office applications, excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Most importantly, you will be committed to providing exceptional customer service and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team, with opportunities to develop new skills and gain experience across a range of school administration functions.We have a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition through our wellbeing committee and people strategy and offer a range of benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, Westfield Health Care Plan, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted gym membership, and an employee discount scheme.If you have the enthusiasm, professionalism and commitment to make a positive contribution to our school community, we would love to hear from you.If you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Stacy Hands.Please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026.This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Actual salary £23,535 - £26 751 pro rata to weeks