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Date Added: Wed 30/04/2025

School Reception Administrator

Sittingbourne, UK
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Company: REED

Job Type: Temporary, FullTime

Salary: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour, Inc benefits

School Receptionist and Administrator
  • Location: Sittingbourne
  • Job Type: Temporary (week-to-week basis)
  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Salary: £15 - £18 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated School Receptionist and Administrator to join a vibrant school environment in Sittingbourne. This role is crucial in managing our busy front desk, liaising with students, parents, and staff, and handling all school-based administration. This is a temporary position with an immediate start, offering a week-to-week engagement.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Serve as the first point of contact at the front of the school, managing reception duties with professionalism and a welcoming attitude.
  • Efficiently handle incoming calls, emails, and face-to-face enquiries, directing them to the appropriate contacts.
  • Manage daily administrative tasks including the handling of student records, scheduling appointments, and maintaining filing systems.
  • Liaise effectively with students, parents, and staff to facilitate communication and ensure smooth operation of school activities.
  • Utilise school management systems, ideally SIMS, to update student records and administrative data (training provided if necessary).
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in reception or administrative roles, preferably within an educational setting.
  • Strong organisational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in using office software and willingness to learn new systems.
  • A valid DBS check is mandatory for this role.
  • Experience with SIMS is ideal but not essential, as training can be provided.
Benefits:
  • Competitive hourly rate of £15 - £18.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment.
  • Comprehensive support and training on school-specific systems.

To apply for this School Receptionist and Administrator position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and availability for an immediate start.

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