School Administrator

Location:

Peckham, London (SE15)

Hours:

12:30 – 4:30 PM Monday to Friday

Pay Rate: GBP
15 per hour (Weekly pay via PAYE)

Start Date:

ASAP

We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly organised Receptionist/Administration Assistant for an immediate, short‑term contract at a vibrant academy in Peckham. Because this role requires an immediate start, we can only consider candidates who already hold a valid, enhanced DBS check.

As the first point of contact for the school, you will provide a comprehensive receptionist service to the main academy office. You will be responsible for maintaining a welcoming environment while handling various administrative, secretarial, and reprographics tasks to support the smooth day‑to‑day operations of the school.

• Managing the front‑of‑house reception desk, greeting visitors, parents, and students.
• Answering incoming calls, handling enquiries, and transferring messages accurately.
• Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the office team.
• Assisting with reprographics tasks (copying, scanning, and printing school materials).
• Ensuring the reception area remains tidy, professional, and secure.

• Essential:
  Prior experience working within a school office or educational administration environment is strictly required.
• Essential:
  Must already hold an Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service) to ensure compliance for an immediate start.
• Compliance:
  If offered the position, you must bring your original I.D. and physical DBS certificate on your first day to avoid being sent home.
• Excellent communication skills, a professional telephone manner, and a welcoming presence.
• Strong IT and organisational skills, with the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory background references.