School Administration & Reception Specialist

Inspiration Trust Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Health plan

Cycle-to-work

Discounts

Free parking

CPD programme

Induction programme

Job summary

Inspiration Trust is recruiting an Administration Assistant for Great Yarmouth Primary Academy and Nursery. This full-time role provides administrative and pastoral support, working with leaders, staff, pupils and parents to keep school operations running smoothly.

You’ll need GCSEs in Maths and English, reception/front-of-house experience, and strong MS Office 365 skills. The role includes safeguarding duties and a 37-hour week, 39 weeks per year, with some flexibility for part-time job-sharing.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) required.
• Experience as a receptionist/front of house.
• General administrative experience in a busy environment.
• Proficient with Office 365 and ICT equipment.
• Able to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a welcoming staff member to parents, visitors and stakeholders.
• Respond to calls, emails and general enquiries promptly.
• Maintain office supplies and process purchase orders.
• Assist with organisation of parents' evenings and open evenings.
• Support school trips and afterschool activity administration and finances.
• Assist attendance and pastoral teams with office functions.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Time management

Digital systems

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths/English

Tools

Office 365

ICT Equipment

Reprographics

Job description

Inspiration Trust is recruiting an Administration Assistant for Great Yarmouth Primary Academy and Nursery. This full-time role provides administrative and pastoral support, working with leaders, staff, pupils and parents to keep school operations running smoothly.

You’ll need GCSEs in Maths and English, reception/front-of-house experience, and strong MS Office 365 skills. The role includes safeguarding duties and a 37-hour week, 39 weeks per year, with some flexibility for part-time job-sharing.