School Office Reception & Admin Assistant

Abbey Catholic Primary School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbey Catholic Primary School is seeking a friendly Office Administration Assistant to be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff. The role requires organisation, multitasking and a can-do approach as no two days are the same.

You will manage reception duties, liaise with internal teams and external bodies, and support pupils’ data records and general office tasks in a busy school environment in Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office package.
• Proficiency in E-mail, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and Internet.
• Awareness of the role of a receptionist.
• Experience with SIMS modules.
• Strong written and spoken English and numeracy skills.
• Ability to liaise with staff, parents and external bodies at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and pupils.
• Manage visitor sign-in and issue visitor badges.
• Provide hospitality for visitors and handle external communications.
• Answer and filter phone calls; take messages as required.
• Support in clerical tasks such as letters and emails.
• Maintain pupil data records and assist with stock and supplies.
• Administer basic first aid and medicines as required.
• Assist with safeguarding and health and safety responsibilities.

Skills

Microsoft Office

SIMS

English communication

Telephone handling

Clerical support

Education

General education

Tools

SIMS modules

Job description

Abbey Catholic Primary School is seeking a friendly Office Administration Assistant to be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff. The role requires organisation, multitasking and a can-do approach as no two days are the same.

You will manage reception duties, liaise with internal teams and external bodies, and support pupils’ data records and general office tasks in a busy school environment in Birmingham.