School Office Administrator & Receptionist

Monarch Recruitment Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Monarch Education is recruiting a dedicated Admin Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school environment. You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and students, providing excellent customer service while supporting smooth daily school office operations.

This role involves managing reception, handling enquiries, maintaining records and offering essential administrative support to staff and students.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative, reception or customer service role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage visitors and staff.
• Strong organisational abilities for multi-tasking in a busy school office.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Right to work in the UK and ability to work in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional and welcoming reception service for visitors, parents, pupils and staff.
• Manage incoming calls, emails and enquiries and direct them appropriately.
• Maintain accurate records, attendance data and school documentation.
• Support the day-to-day administration of the school office.
• Assist with visitor sign-in procedures and safeguarding processes.
• Collaborate with staff and leadership to support smooth school operations.

Skills

Reception

Customer service

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Monarch Education is recruiting a dedicated Admin Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school environment. You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and students, providing excellent customer service while supporting smooth daily school office operations.

This role involves managing reception, handling enquiries, maintaining records and offering essential administrative support to staff and students.