School Front Desk & Admin Champion

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Pension scheme

Onsite parking

Gym access

Salary circa £33k

Job summary

Ashcroft Technology Academy in South West London is seeking an exceptionally organised Receptionist/Administration Assistant to run the busy main Academy Administration Office. You will provide a professional, welcoming front-of-house service and be a key contact for students, parents, staff and visitors.

Role includes admin tasks, meeting support, and maintaining accurate records with discretion. Starting salary circa £33,000 for full-time, 36.5 hours per week, with possible attendance bonus

Qualifications

• Excellent personal organisation.
• Strong written and spoken communication.
• Proficient ICT skills.
• Experience on busy reception desks or in office environments desirable.
• Understanding safeguarding and maintaining a safe reception environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Academy's main reception and greeting visitors.
• Directing visitors and maintaining security procedures.
• Answering and directing telephone calls with courtesy.
• Responding to parent, student and visitor enquiries with escalation where needed.
• Providing administrative support including correspondence, records, scanning and photocopying.
• Arranging appointments and supporting meetings.
• Maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information.
• Providing effective admin support across the Academy.
• Collaborating with the Administration Team and staff across the Academy.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

ICT skills

Job description

Ashcroft Technology Academy in South West London is seeking an exceptionally organised Receptionist/Administration Assistant to run the busy main Academy Administration Office. You will provide a professional, welcoming front-of-house service and be a key contact for students, parents, staff and visitors.

Role includes admin tasks, meeting support, and maintaining accurate records with discretion. Starting salary circa £33,000 for full-time, 36.5 hours per week, with possible attendance bonus