Overview
and Responsibilities
School Administrator/Receptionist
Location: Torton, Kidderminster
Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only plus one extra week to worked over the year ( weeks per year worked in total)
Hours: Full-time, hours per week
Annual Salary: £. to £. p/hr / Actual salary £,. to £,. – depending on skills and experience
Aurora Wilden View
Aurora Wilden View opened its doors 2 years ago and is already making a remarkable impact. Nestled in acres of beautiful countryside, our purpose-built school features bright, modern classrooms and specialist facilities. We blend the best of mainstream education with tailored therapeutic and specialist support to meet the needs of young people with SEMH and Autism Spectrum Conditions.
This is a great opportunity to join our wonderful team as a School Administrator / Receptionist.
Why Join Us?
1. Be part of a supportive and professional team
2. Make a real difference across departments and to the lives of young people
3. Opportunities for growth and development
4. A workplace that values wellbeing, inclusion, and excellence
We’d love to show you our school - Take a virtual tour
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth operations across Reception, HR, payroll, and general administration. Your responsibilities will include:
Receptionist & Front-of-House Role
5. Greeting visitors, managing calls and post,
6. Supporting staff and students, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
7. You'll help maintain a safe, organised reception area
Human Resources Support
8. Coordinating recruitment and onboarding with the Central Recruitment Team
9. Maintaining accurate personnel records and HR databases
10. Supporting staff through the employee lifecycle: promotions, job changes, leave, and wellbeing
11. Ensuring compliance with policies around performance, absence, maternity/paternity, and more
12. Monitoring training and qualifications to ensure staff are equipped for success
Payroll & Finance Coordination
13. Preparing and submitting monthly payroll data
14. Liaising with central teams on PAYE, pensions, and statutory pay queries
15. Supporting financial admin including utilities, vehicle compliance, and subscriptions
️ Business & General Administration
16. Managing secure records, keys, and codes
17. Producing reports on attendance, turnover, and staff movements
18. Supporting appraisal processes and training coordination
19. Assisting with Ofsted inspections, internal audits, and safeguarding compliance
20. Taking accurate meeting minutes and supporting SLT as needed
What We’re Looking For:
21. Experience in HR or administrative roles
22. Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
23. Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset
24. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
25. Proficiency in data systems and report generation
What’s on Offer at Aurora?
We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:
Grow with Us – Training & Development
Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.
Save Money on Everyday Essentials
With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:
26. Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
27. Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme
Access Wagestream – a financial wellbeing app that helps you track earnings, save, get expert money advice, and even access part of your pay early when needed
Competitive Pay & Reward
We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy:
28. Enhanced Annual Leave
29. Company Sick Pay
30. Enhanced Pension
31. Life Assurance
/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household
Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.
UK Health Cash Plan
Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!
Employee Assistance Programme
Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:
32. Freephone counselling (available /7)
33. Online tools and resources
️ Refer a Friend – Earn £1,!
Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!
(*Terms apply)
How to apply?
Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Karen in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at