School Receptionist & Administrator

anzuk Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused education provider in Kingston is seeking a committed School Receptionist & Administrator for a full-time, on-site role. The candidate will provide administrative support in a busy front office, welcoming visitors and managing communication. Previous experience in a UK school office is essential, as well as strong communication skills. This position operates from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, and offers a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.
• Recent experience in a UK school administrative or reception role.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional welcome to visitors, families, and students.
• Manage switchboard duties and the school’s main inbox.
• Liaise with staff, parents, and external agencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT literacy

Organizational skills

Tools

MIS platforms (Arbor, SIMS, Bromcom)

Job description

School Receptionist & Administrator

Job Title: School Receptionist & Administrator
Location: Kingston
Employment Type: Full Time 8am 4pm
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £16 per hour PAYE

About the Role

A welcoming and community-driven school in Kingston is seeking a committed School Receptionist & Administrator to join their busy front office team. This full-time, on-site position operates from 8am 4pm, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will be calm, organised and confident supporting a wide range of administrative tasks. An Enhanced DBS and previous experience working in a UK school office are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing a friendly and professional welcome to visitors, families and students
• Managing switchboard duties and overseeing the school s main inbox
• Supporting admissions paperwork, correspondence and document preparation
• Updating student data, attendance information and general records using MIS systems
• Liaising with staff, parents and external agencies to support daily operations
• Following safeguarding, data protection and school policies at all times

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
• Recent experience in a UK school administrative or reception role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skillsli>
• Good IT literacy, including use of MIS platforms (Arbor, SIMS, Bromcom etc.)
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks

How to Apply

If this position sounds like a good fit for your skills and experience, please submit your CV today.
For details of other school-based opportunities, feel free to get in touch.
We act as an employment business for this temporary vacancy. A DBS, valid right to work in the UK and two satisfactory references are required.