Receptionist and Administrative Assistant x2

Islington Council; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council seeks two Receptionists and Administrative Assistants to support its business functions team in a state-of-the-art school environment. Candidates should possess excellent customer service skills and organizational capabilities, ensuring a high-quality reception experience while promoting the welfare of children in the educational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role required.
• Knowledge of administrative functions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors and callers.
• Ensure an efficient and professional reception and administrative service.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Dependability

Proactivity

Collaboration

Job description

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant x2, London

Client:

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

1145f636b8af

Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Hours:

• 1 – 08:00 to 13:00 (25 hrs, 15 mins unpaid break)
• 2 – 13:00 to 18:00 (25 hrs, 15 mins unpaid break)

Term Time Only

Salary Scale:

SC4 Spine Points 8 - 11

Start Date: Immediate

The Headteacher and Governing Body invite applications from highly motivated, experienced, knowledgeable, and organized individuals to join our school business functions team as our new Receptionist and Administrative Assistants.

We are seeking 2 outstanding candidates with experience in customer-facing roles and knowledge of administrative functions. The successful candidates will be proactive, dependable, accurate, and able to work collaboratively with colleagues, pupils, and the wider school community. They will serve as the first point of contact for visitors and callers, ensuring an efficient, effective, and professional reception and administrative service for all stakeholders.

Our school has recently expanded to three forms of entry and moved into a new, state-of-the-art building. Tufnell Park offers a positive working environment with a talented and dedicated staff team, opportunities for CPD, and a welcoming, inclusive school community.

Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact Jacqueline Orchard at [contact info], or email us. Refer to the job reference TUF/. For informal discussions, contact the school directly. CVs are not accepted due to Safer Recruitment practices.

Application deadline: 9am on Monday 30 October

Selection date: Monday 30 October

Tufnell Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

In line with KCSIE and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates to assess online presence and suitability.

The advertised salary is a range based on continuous service, with the maximum indicating 5+ years with local government/schools. The starting salary will be based on individual circumstances.