School Reception & Admin Assistant (Term-Time)

SAMpeople; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aurora Trust CPD opportunities

Collaboration across Aurora Academies

Enhanced paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Heron Park Primary Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join the office team. You will be the first point of contact, providing a welcoming reception and safeguarding administration for visitors.

Role is permanent, term-time only, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The school values a warm, professional manner, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication with pupils, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent essential.
• NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant discipline or willingness to work towards desirable.
• Previous reception and administrative experience in a school setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception service to pupils, families and staff in a friendly, professional manner.
• Maintain safeguarding administration of visitors to the school.
• Support school office with day-to-day administrative tasks and data entry on MIS.
• Communicate clearly with parents and carers, and colleagues, in writing and verbally.

Skills

Reception experience

Professional demeanor

Organisational skills

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Active listening

ICT literacy

School communications

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A-C)

NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent

Tools

School MIS

Job description

Heron Park Primary Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join the office team. You will be the first point of contact, providing a welcoming reception and safeguarding administration for visitors.

Role is permanent, term-time only, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The school values a warm, professional manner, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication with pupils, families, and staff.