School receptionist and administrative assistant

Teaching Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational professionals seeks a Receptionist & Administrative Assistant in East Sussex. This full-time, term-time role involves managing the school reception, greeting visitors, and performing clerical duties. Ideal candidates should have office experience, excellent communication skills, and a calm demeanor. The role is temporary, with potential for permanence and requires an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school or busy office environment preferred.
• Calm, approachable manner with a strong sense of discretion and confidentiality.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a team player mindset.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist all visitors, parents, and students.
• Manage incoming phone calls and emails.
• Maintain pupil attendance records and registers.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational and multitasking abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

School Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

Location: East Sussex
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Term Time + Some Holiday Cover)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience

We are seeking a friendly, organised, and professional Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to join a welcoming school office team.

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff, you will play a vital role in creating a positive impression of the school and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the reception area and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Greeting and assisting all visitors, parents, and students in a warm and professional manner
• Answering and managing incoming phone calls and emails
• Managing pupil attendance records and registers
• Assisting with general school administration, including letters, reports, and filing
• Supporting staff with photocopying, scanning, and other clerical tasks
• Managing deliveries and post
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times
• Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the role

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a school or busy office environment (preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using school management systems (training can be provided)
• A calm, approachable manner with a strong sense of discretion and confidentiality
• A positive, can-do attitude and a team player mindset

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, term-time position with some additional hours during school holidays as required
• The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safeguarding practices
• This is a temporary position; in some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV to . Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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