School Receptionist & Admin Assistant (Term Time)

The Chalk Hills Academy; England; On-site; GBP 24,393 - 24,774; Full time

Job summary

The Chalk Hills Academy is seeking a friendly Receptionist/Clerical Assistant to run the main reception and provide high-standard administrative support. You will handle queries from the public, staff and students, while maintaining efficient clerical processes in a busy school environment.

Ideal candidates will have GCSE English and Maths at A-C, strong IT and organisational skills, and be proactive team players. Training is provided and prior school experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-level administrative support in a busy environment.
• Experience working with young people or in a school environment is preferred.
• Strong communication, organisation and IT skills, and a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school switchboard and reception areas, responding to queries from parents, students and visitors.
• Keep the reception area secure and orderly.
• Process school correspondence, policies and documents to support the SLT and teaching staff, meeting deadlines and maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain computerised systems for student data, achievements, admissions and attendance; verify data and produce reports.
• Support the academy with general clerical duties including mail, filing, photocopying and emailing.
• Provide reprographics training and support when required.
• Support the Admin Manager and Business Manager when required.
• Organise school visits, trips, photographer schedules and medical checks.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

IT skills

Team player

Education

GCSE English and Maths A-C

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Chalk Hills Academy is seeking a friendly Receptionist/Clerical Assistant to run the main reception and provide high-standard administrative support. You will handle queries from the public, staff and students, while maintaining efficient clerical processes in a busy school environment.

Ideal candidates will have GCSE English and Maths at A-C, strong IT and organisational skills, and be proactive team players. Training is provided and prior school experience is advantageous.