Reception​/Administrator

This part time Reception/Administrator role in Plymouth offers £13.70 per hour across 25 hours weekly, term time only, Monday to Friday, 10:00am to 3:30pm. Based at a well-regarded school, the successful candidate serves as first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers and external professionals, delivering front-of-house reception duties alongside administrative support for several operational departments.

Strong organisational abilities, a personable manner and confident communication skills are essential. Responsibilities include managing enquiries, maintaining records and assisting colleagues to keep daily operations running smoothly.

This permanent position suits someone seeking school-hours work within a welcoming, supportive setting.

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'll 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

If you're looking for a busy and rewarding administration role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.