School Receptionist & Admin Coordinator

Stephenson Academy; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Stephenson Academy MK invites an organised, friendly receptionist to join our busy school reception. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents and staff, handling calls, emails and general enquiries with professionalism.

You will provide admin support, maintain accurate records, assist attendance, help organise meetings and events, and ensure strict confidentiality while safeguarding procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient with IT systems and Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Academy reception, welcoming and directing visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Deal with telephone calls, emails and general enquiries.
• Provide administrative support to staff and the wider Academy.
• Maintain accurate records and databases.
• Assist with student attendance and absence administration.
• Support the organisation of meetings, appointments and Academy events.
• Process correspondence and maintain effective filing systems.
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and security procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Reception duties

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Stephenson Academy MK invites an organised, friendly receptionist to join our busy school reception. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents and staff, handling calls, emails and general enquiries with professionalism.

You will provide admin support, maintain accurate records, assist attendance, help organise meetings and events, and ensure strict confidentiality while safeguarding procedures are followed.