School Admin & Front Desk Assistant

Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School; Buckhurst Hill; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Well-being day (term-time)

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School is seeking an organised and proactive Administration Assistant to join our busy office team. You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors, support daily school operations and provide essential admin and reception support.

You will be part of the Administration team responsible for three core areas: front-of-house, pupil welfare/attendance and HR/finance support, all while maintaining a secure and welcoming environment for pupils, parents and staff.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or equivalent.
• Proficient with Google Docs/Sheets and Microsoft Office; willing to learn school systems.

Responsibilities

• Front-of-House & Reception: welcome visitors, handle inquiries via phone, email and in person.
• Student Welfare & Attendance: support welfare, attendance, and liaise with parents.
• Administration, HR & Finance Support: maintain filing systems, assist with visits and wrap-around care bookings.

Skills

Reception

Visitor management

Organisation

Communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Google Docs/Sheets

Microsoft Office

Job description

Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School is seeking an organised and proactive Administration Assistant to join our busy office team. You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors, support daily school operations and provide essential admin and reception support.

You will be part of the Administration team responsible for three core areas: front-of-house, pupil welfare/attendance and HR/finance support, all while maintaining a secure and welcoming environment for pupils, parents and staff.