Receptionist and Administrative Assistant - Meadows School

About the role

The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS) is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Receptionist and School Admin Assistant. The successful applicant will be the first point of contact for visitors, students and parents, and will play a key part in providing front‑of‑house, clerical and administrative support in a fast‑moving school.

Front‑of‑house duties, clerical and administrative support in a busy school environment.

• Experience working in a busy school office
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Enthusiastic and passionate about working with children with SEND
• High expectations of pupils and a commitment to improving learning outcomes
• Flexibility, openness to new ideas, and a team‑player attitude
• GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent
• Commitment to the ethos and aims of the school
• Ability to efficiently plan and prioritise workload

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee rewards
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Regular support and supervision
• Staff support (mental health first aid, occupational health service, employee assistance programme with family access, staff briefings, events, etc.)
• A creative, flexible curriculum tailored to individual student needs
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• A wide range of fantastic resources

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you must not apply.

Hours:

37 hours per week during term time plus 3 weeks (1 week INSET + 2 weeks).

Grade: D, SCP 9 to 17, £27,254‑£31,022 p.a. (Actual salary £25,367‑£29,590 p.a.)

Location:

The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU
/ Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ

We are a Disability Confident Employer, committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Closing date: 8th July 2026 rtlisting: 8th July 2026 in the pm. Interviews: 16th July 2026.