School Admin Lead & Front Desk Coordinator

Gloucester Academy; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee assistance

Gym discounts

Eye tests

Car benefit scheme

Cycle to work

Great team

Job summary

Gloucester Academy, part of Greenshaw Learning Trust, is seeking a Lead Administrator with Reception Duties to support the smooth running of the school. You will be one of the first points of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff and coordinate duties among the Reception/Administration Team.

The role offers the chance to contribute to a welcoming, professional admin service and to build strong relationships across the school community.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSEs in English and Maths (4+).
• NVQ Level 3 in Administration or willingness to train.
• First Aid training or willingness to train.
• Experience in a busy, pressurised office environment.
• Experience in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, parents, contractors, and students warmly and professionally.
• Manage the main school phone and email enquiries.
• Supervise or coordinate the reception team.
• Enforce site security with sign-in, badges, and DBS verification.
• Report safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

Skills

Experience in busy office environment

Ability to work under pressure

Experience in educational setting

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4) or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 Administration or willingness to train

First Aid trained or willingness to train

Job description

Gloucester Academy, part of Greenshaw Learning Trust, is seeking a Lead Administrator with Reception Duties to support the smooth running of the school. You will be one of the first points of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff and coordinate duties among the Reception/Administration Team.

The role offers the chance to contribute to a welcoming, professional admin service and to build strong relationships across the school community.