School Receptionist & Administrator
* Location: East London – Tower Hamlets
* Job Type: Full time long term placement
* Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00am – 4:00pm
* Start Date: ASAP
* Pay Rate: £15 per hour (PAYE)
School Receptionist – East London
We are currently recruiting for a professional and organised School Receptionist & Administrator to join the office team at a welcoming and well-established school in East London.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous UK school office experience who enjoys working in a busy, people-focused environment. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and students, ensuring the school reception runs smoothly while providing vital administrative support to the wider office team.
Candidates must have an Enhanced DBS and prior experience working in a school reception or school administration role. Experience using SIMS or another school MIS system is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers, and students
Managing the school reception desk and maintaining a welcoming, professional environment
Handling incoming calls, emails and enquiries and directing them to the appropriate staff member
Providing general school office administrative support including filing, photocopying and data entry
Updating and maintaining school records and MIS systems (SIMS desirable)
Supporting attendance processes, including registers, letters and communication with parents
Assisting with general documentation and correspondence
Ensuring safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection procedures are followed at all times
Supporting the wider school office team with daily operational tasks
Requirements
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Previous experience working in a UK school office
Experience using SIMS or another school management system (preferred)
Strong communication and customer service skills
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
Excellent organisation, reliability and attention to detail
Ability to work in a busy school environment
Why Apply?
Competitive £16 per hour PAYE
Immediate start available
Opportunity to work within a supportive school office team
Gain experience in a well-established East London school
How to Apply
If you are an experienced School Receptionist or School Administrator looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV today to be considered.
If you are interested in other school-based roles, please feel free to get in touch