Temporary School Receptionist and Administrator

Office Angels; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Public transport access

Job summary

Office Angels seeks a School Administrator/Receptionist in Oldham for a full-time, temporary position from September 2026 for 9 months. Typical hours are 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday, with hourly pay between 13.33 and 15.00, depending on experience.

The role includes handling front-of-house duties, visitor management, and general admin in a vibrant school environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication, excellent organisation, and proficiency with common office software.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail
• Proficiency in office software and administrative tasks
• Friendly and approachable

Responsibilities

• First Point of Contact: Welcome visitors, parents, students and staff to our school
• Visitor Management: Greet visitors, maintain logs and uphold safeguarding procedures
• Communication: Answer calls, respond to emails and relay messages
• Administrative Support: Typing, filing, photocopying, data entry and post handling
• Record Keeping: Maintain pupil records, attendance and staff databases

Job description

School Administrator/ Receptionist

Oldham

Full time: 8:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday

13.33 - 15.00 per hour (depending on experience)

September 2026 - 9 months

Free onsite parking but also close to public transport routes (Bus, Tram link)

Do you hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service?

Are you passionate about supporting the education sector? Do you have a knack for administration and a keen eye for detail? We support schools and academies across Greater Manchester who are on the lookout for skilled School Administrators and Receptionists. These full-time, ongoing temporary roles are perfect for those looking to make a difference in a vibrant school environment!

• Support Education: Play a vital role in enhancing the student experience.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a lively atmosphere with a supportive team.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in school administration.

Key Responsibilities

• First Point of Contact: Be the friendly face that welcomes visitors, parents, students and staff to our school.
• Visitor Management: Greet visitors, direct them appropriately, maintain visitor logs and uphold security and safeguarding procedures.
• Communication: Answer incoming calls, respond to emails and in-person inquiries and relay messages effectively to the relevant staff members.
• Administrative Support: Handle clerical tasks including typing, filing, photocopying, data entry and managing post.
• Record Keeping: Maintain and update pupil records, attendance registers, staff databases and student information in the school's system.

Key Duties

• Attendance: Support the attendance system by calling parents regarding absent students and maintaining daily absence lists.
• Security and Safety: Ensure school entry points are secure, monitor who enters the premises and assist with emergency procedures such as fire evacuations.
• Office Organisation: Keep the reception area tidy and ensure essential supplies like stationery are always stocked.
• Correspondence: Prepare and send out school letters, newsletters and other communications to parents and staff.
• Support Other Departments: Provide administrative assistance to various school departments, including admissions, clubs and events.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail
• Proficiency in office software and administrative tasks
• Friendly and approachable

Join us in creating an inspiring educational experience for all!

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.