Job type
TemporaryLocation
LeicestershireWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
School AdministrationIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£14.00-£15.00 per hour
School Receptionist / Admin - Long-term job to start in March 2026
School Receptionist/Administrator – School-based experience essential
- Start date: March 2026
- End date: Maternity Cover
- Location: South-Leicester based secondary school
- Full-time role: Monday to Friday
- Working hours: 8am - 4.00pm (Monday – Thursday) and 8:00am - 3.30pm on a Friday
Are you an experienced School Administrator looking for a rewarding job in education? We are working in partnership with an 11–16 secondary school in South Leicester who are seeking an experienced and professional Receptionist/Administrator to cover a period of maternity leave from March. This is a full-time and long-term temporary role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Welcoming Visitors: Acting as the first point of contact for all visitors, ensuring they are greeted warmly and signed in and out in line with safeguarding procedures.
- Handling Communications: Managing incoming calls and messages with professionalism and efficiency, directing enquiries to the appropriate staff and ensuring timely follow-up.
- Diary and Schedule Management: Coordinating the school calendar by booking appointments, arranging meetings, and sending reminders to staff and stakeholders.
- Data and Record Management: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records using systems such as SIMS, Arbor, ParentPay, and Microsoft Office. This includes pupil and staff data, attendance, and other essential school information.
- Procurement and Stock Control: Ordering and managing supplies, equipment, and stationery to ensure the school is well-resourced and prepared for daily operations.
- Policy Compliance: Adhering to school policies and procedures, particularly in relation to health and safety, confidentiality, safeguarding, and data protection.
- Reprographics Support: Carrying out photocopying, printing, and document preparation to support teaching and administrative staff.
What you'll need to succeed
- You must have previous SCHOOL-BASED experience in a receptionist or administrative role.
- Have an Enhanced DBS which is registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Strong IT skills and experience of using the internal school systems or other MIS software
- Ability to prioritise workload work effectively within a fast-paced educational environment
- A proactive, professional approach with strong communication skills
- A calm, professional manner and the ability to multitask.
Why Join Hays Education?
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Long-term contracts offering stability and career progression
- Opportunities to work in a variety of educational settings
- Dedicated consultant with ongoing professional support and training through Hays
- A refer-a-friend scheme where you can receive a £250retail shopping voucher for referring someone you know when we place them in a job for at least one month.
What you need to do now
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