Receptionist & Administrative Officer School

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New
Job Reference #
EDV/2026/HS/33002
Location
135 Bulmershe Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5SG

Contract Type
Permanent
Contract Term
Full-Time
Salary
£22,582.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 4 SCP 7 working 37 hours per week Term Time only plus 5 INSET days ( FTE 26,402) Plus a SEN allowance £1,538.711
Hours Per Week
37
Closing Date
Midnight, Wed 30th Sep, 2026
Positions Available
1
Interview Date(s)
To be confirmed

Are you an organised and professional administrator who enjoys working with people and making a positive difference every day? Hamilton School is seeking a Receptionist & Administration Officer to provide efficient, effective and confidential reception and administrative support. This is a varied role at the centre of school life, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of front-of-house and administrative services that support pupils, staff, parents, carers and visitors.

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As the first point of contact for many stakeholders, you will help create a welcoming, safe and well-organised environment while supporting key school functions including admissions, attendance, welfare, communications and educational visits. Your work will contribute directly to the effective operation of the school and support positive outcomes for students.
As a Disability Confident employer, we want to ensure everyone can perform at their best when applying to work with us. If you need any support with your application or adjustments during the selection process, please contact our People Team by emailing hr@maidenerleghtrust.org or calling .

• Provide high-quality reception and administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of school services and support teaching and learning activities across the school.
• Act as a professional first point of contact for pupils, parents, carers, staff, visitors and external agencies, ensuring enquiries are managed promptly and appropriately.
• Maintain accurate pupil records, information systems and administrative processes to support school operations, reporting requirements and statutory compliance.
• Support safeguarding, student welfare, attendance, first aid and health-related processes, helping to maintain a safe environment for students and visitors.
• Coordinate and support admissions, educational visits, school events, communications and wider operational activities.
• Ensure confidentiality, safeguarding, health and safety, equality and data protection requirements are consistently maintained.

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications and administrative systems.
• Experience of using a school Management Information System (MIS) or similar would be advantageous.
• Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and build positive professional relationships.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and maintain accuracy in a busy environment.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.
• Able to work collaboratively, use initiative and adapt to changing priorities.
• Committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and supporting a safe learning environment.

Hamilton School in Reading is a place of opportunity, belonging and growth for young people aged 11–16
. As a special school within Maiden Erlegh Trust, it provides a highly supportive environment for students who benefit from smaller classes, strong relationships and personalised approaches that help them learn, develop confidence and succeed in life.

Every day at Hamilton is different. Staff work closely as a team to spark curiosity, celebrate progress and help students build the skills they need for the future.…