Receptionist/First Aid Administrator

Salesian; Chertsey; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesian School in Chertsey seeks a Receptionist/First Aid Administrator to manage front desk duties, handle communications and provide first aid support to students throughout the College day. The successful candidate will organise medications, maintain IHCP records, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for pupils and visitors.

The role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a proactive, team-oriented approach to assist staff and

Qualifications

• First class organisational and communication skills.
• Good listener with the ability to relate to students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal and external communications including proof-reading and parental mail.
• Support teachers and students to keep the College functioning efficiently.
• Deal with First Aid issues during the College day and maintain IHCP records and defibrillator.
• Organise medication and first aid kits for college trips.
• Fire Marshall duties and maintenance of walkie talkies.
• Act as first point of contact for students, parents and visitors.
• Provide admin support to College Team as needed.
• Assist with College events such as Open Evening and enrolment days (5 days).

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Can-do attitude

Education

None

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

# Receptionist/First Aid AdministratorEmployer: Salesian SchoolLocation: Chertsey, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Actual £24,384.00 (FTE £27,634.00 based on PS5.2)Posted: 14th October 2026Expires: 2nd November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 23rd November 2026Job ID: 1579687Job Reference: SALCOL1STAID* Share :* PrintSalesian School is looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, energised and self-motivated Administrator to work on Reception of the College undertaking administrative tasks and supporting the students in a First Aid capacity. The successful applicant will enjoy working with older children and have their best interests at heart.**Responsibilities:*** To coordinate all internal and external communication including proof-reading and sending all parental mail* To support teachers and students providing flexibility to enable the College to function efficiently and in line with its mission and ethos* Deal with First Aid issues that may occur during the College Day, managing and maintaining records (IHCPs) as well as maintenance of the defibrillator* Organise medication and first aid kits for college trips* Fire Marshall and maintenance of walkie talkies* To act as a first point of contact for students, parents and visitors* To support teachers and students providing flexibility to enable the College to function efficiently and in line with its mission and ethos* To provide administrative support for members of the College Team where appropriate* Assist with additional College events and activities, such as Open Evening, Achievement Evening, enrolment and results days (5 days, as agreed with the line manager)**Person Specification*** First class organisational and communication skills.* A good listener with the ability to relate well to students and all staff and to present a first-class image and welcome to all school visitors* PC literate, with a sound knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Knowledge of Arbor would be useful but not essential* Possessing a “can do” attitude with the ability to regularly prioritise workloadsFor full details of the role, responsibilities and more about Salesian school, please see the attached Recruitment BookletIf you would like to arrange a visit or have any questions, please contact Hayley Baumgart, Head of College or Katie Dorse, Office Manager.### AttachmentsXavier Recruitment PolicyXCET Application Form Notes to ApplicantsXCET Privacy Notice for Job ApplicantsCollegeReception\\_FirstAidAdmin\\_Recruitment\\_Booklet### Safeguarding Statement:This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.