School Reception Administrator - Camden

Randstad Education; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus worth up to £300

Competitive salary and supportive work

Safe, welcoming environment

Job summary

Randstad Education are seeking a friendly School Reception Administrator to be the welcoming face of a busy school in Camden. You will manage the school reception, greet visitors, and provide essential administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations during term time.

The role runs 8:00am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, and requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills and proficiency with SIMS/Arbor.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities are required.
• Proficiency with office software such as SIMS is expected.
• Commitment to teamwork and a willingness to learn.
• Experience working in a school environment is advantageous.
• Eligibility to work in the UK with enhanced DBS is needed.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff, providing exceptional customer service.
• Manage the school diary, scheduling events, meetings, and minibus bookings.
• Support the administration of school events, interviews, and hospitality.
• Liaise with parents, the local authority, and external agencies.
• Accurately maintain pupil records and ensure information is readily available.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the school office.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Job description

School Reception Administrator

Location: Camden

Do you thrive in a busy, dynamic environment?

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in a school community?

Our client is seeking a friendly and efficient Receptionist Administrator to be the welcoming face of their school. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the reception area while providing vital administrative support.

Term time | 35 hours per week | 8:00am to 4.00pm

About the School:

This beautiful school is a well-established, over-subscribed, Outstanding (Ofsted 2024) special school for students aged 3-19 with severe language and communication difficulties including autism. The school offers a unique service to local children.

We offer:

• A competitive salary of £14.50 - £15 per hour
• A supportive and welcoming working environment
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils
• Access to 'Refer a Friend' bonus worth up to £300 in shopping vouchers

In this role, you will be responsible of:

• Be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff, providing exceptional customer service
• Manage the school diary, scheduling events, meetings, and minibus bookings
• Support the administration of school events, interviews, and hospitality
• Liaise with parents, the local authority, and external agencies
• Accurately maintain pupil records, ensuring information is readily available
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the school office

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working with in the School
• 2 recent and relevant references
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• An enhanced DBS on the update service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Proficiency with computers and office software like SIMS, Arbor
• A commitment to teamwork and a willingness to learn

Randstad Education and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and staff. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS clearance.