School Office Lead: Reception & Admin

Office Angels; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Up to 28 days annual leave

Dedicated consultant to support your J

First opportunity to see permanent pos

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Office Angels is recruiting for a Reception & Administrative Assistant in Cosham. The role is temporary with potential to become permanent, starting the week after half term. You will handle reception duties, assist with admin tasks, and support staff in a fast-paced school office environment.

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff, you will manage enquiries, maintain records, and help ensure smooth office operations. DBS check preferred or can be processed if required.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration and reception roles.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confident with IT systems and databases.
• Able to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• Maintains a calm, professional approach under pressure.
• DBS check preferred or able to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy reception area.
• Answer and direct incoming calls.
• Welcome visitors and handle enquiries.
• Respond to intercom system and communicate with staff via radio.
• Process student forms and maintain records.
• Update and manage student data.
• Record staff absences.
• Provide general admin support to the team.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.

Skills

Reception experience

Administration experience

Communication

Organisation

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Tools

IT systems

Databases

Job description

Office Angels is recruiting for a Reception & Administrative Assistant in Cosham. The role is temporary with potential to become permanent, starting the week after half term. You will handle reception duties, assist with admin tasks, and support staff in a fast-paced school office environment.

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff, you will manage enquiries, maintain records, and help ensure smooth office operations. DBS check preferred or can be processed if required.