Reception/Administrator
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Clerical, Front Desk/Receptionist, Admin Assistant
Receptionist & Administrative Assistant
Plymouth 25 Hours per Week Term Time (39 Weeks per Year)
Monday-Friday, 10:00am-3:30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)
Permanent Position Salary TBC
Are you an organised and personable administrator who enjoys being at the heart of a busy environment?
We're working with a well-respected school in Plymouth to recruit a Receptionist & Administrative Assistant. This is a varied and rewarding role within a supportive team, providing front-of-house reception duties alongside administrative support across several operational departments.
As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers and external professionals, you'll play a key role in creating a welcoming and professional experience while helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
Duties will include:
- Managing reception, incoming calls, emails and visitor enquiries
- Overseeing visitor sign-in procedures and compliance processes
- Handling post, deliveries and general office administration
- Supporting pupil-related administrative processes and maintaining accurate records
- Coordinating documentation, reviews and policy schedules
- Providing administrative support across HR, Finance and Health & Safety functions
- Assisting with the efficient day-to-day operation of the school's support services
We're looking for a positive and proactive individual who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering excellent administrative support.
You will ideally have:
- Previous reception and/or administration experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A professional, friendly and approachable manner
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
- A team-focused approach and willingness to support colleagues across different departments
- A varied and rewarding role within a specialist educational environment
- Exposure to a wide range of administrative functions including HR, Finance and Health & Safety
- A supportive and welcoming team culture
- Term-time working, offering a fantastic work-life balance
- The opportunity to make a positive contribution within an education setting that supports children and young people with additional needs
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