School Administrator

Reed; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Education is seeking an organised Admin/Receptionist in Littlehampton to provide a welcoming front-of-house service and essential admin support in a busy school setting.

The role involves handling visits, calls and emails, maintaining records, and assisting with attendance and safeguarding processes. Immediate start for a minimum three-week booking with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Previous administration or receptionist experience, ideally in a school or educational setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and school-based systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Professional, friendly, proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents and external professionals.
• Managing incoming telephone calls and emails.
• Providing administrative support to the senior leadership team and wider school staff.
• Maintaining accurate pupil and staff records.
• Supporting attendance, safeguarding and general school administration processes.
• Managing reception duties and ensuring a professional front office environment.
• Assisting with diary management, correspondence and data entry.

Skills

Excellent communication and Interper.,

Strong organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Professional, friendly, proactive

Tools

Microsoft Office

School-based systems

Job description

Admin / Receptionist

Littlehampton, West Sussex (BN17 Area)

£15.00 per hour

Minimum 3-Week Supply Assignment

Immediate Start Available

Are you an organised and welcoming administrator looking for your next opportunity?

Reed Education is working with a friendly and supportive specialist educational setting in the Littlehampton area that is seeking an experienced Administrator/Receptionist to join their team on a supply basis for a minimum of three weeks, with the potential for the booking to be extended.

This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who enjoys working in a busy school environment and takes pride in providing a professional and welcoming front-of-house service.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and external professionals
• Managing incoming telephone calls and emails
• Providing administrative support to the senior leadership team and wider school staff
• Maintaining accurate pupil and staff records
• Supporting attendance, safeguarding, and general school administration processes
• Managing reception duties and ensuring a professional front office environment
• Assisting with diary management, correspondence, and data entry

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous administration or receptionist experience, ideally within a school or educational setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and school-based systems
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• A professional, friendly, and proactive approach

What's on Offer?

£15.00 per hour

Immediate start available

Minimum 3-week booking with potential extension

Supportive and welcoming team environment

Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist education setting

Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.