School Receptionist / Admin

Ysgol Afon Wen; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Ysgol Afon Wen in Pontypridd is seeking an enthusiastic, highly organised Reception and Administration Assistant to join our busy school office team. You will manage the front desk, welcome pupils and visitors, answer telephone calls and email enquiries, and provide high-quality administrative support to staff and leadership.

This temporary, front-facing role requires excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced office environment.

Qualifications

• Managing reception and welcoming visitors professionally.
• Answering and directing telephone calls and email enquiries.
• Providing high-quality administrative support to staff and leadership.
• Maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information.
• Supporting attendance, pupil information, and school systems.
• Assisting with school communications and the smooth running of the office.
• Responding flexibly to the day-to-day operational needs of the school.
• Temporary in the first instance.
• Previous school office or administration experience advantageous, training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Managing reception and welcoming visitors professionally.
• Answering and directing telephone calls and email enquiries.
• Providing high-quality administrative support to staff and leadership.
• Maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information.
• Supporting attendance, pupil information, and school systems.
• Assisting with school communications and the smooth running of the office.
• Responding flexibly to the day-to-day operational needs of the school.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and comms

Organised and adaptable

Strong administration and IT

Tools

IT skills

Job description

• Managing reception and welcoming visitors professionally
• Answering and directing telephone calls and email enquiries
• Providing high-quality administrative support to staff and leadership
• Maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information
• Supporting attendance, pupil information, and school systems
• Assisting with school communications and the smooth running of the office
• Responding flexibly to the day-to-day operational needs of the school
  Ysgol Afon Wen is seeking an enthusiastic, highly organised, and confident individual to join our busy school office team as a Reception and Administration Assistant.

This is a key front-facing role within the school and would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can confidently manage multiple demands, and is able to provide a calm, professional, and welcoming presence at all times. As the lead face of the school, the successful candidate will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors, and staff. The role requires exceptional communication skills, a flexible and proactive approach, and the ability to work effectively under pressure within a very busy office environment.,

• Can work confidently in a very busy and demanding office environment
• Is highly flexible, organised, and adaptable
• Presents professionally and confidently as the lead face of the school
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Can remain calm and professional under pressure
• Has strong administration and IT skills
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
• Previous school office or administration experience would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate.
• Post is Temporary in the first instance