Receptionist/admin assistant

Vacancy Details: Receptionist/Admin Assistant

St John’s Primary School and Nursery is a nurturing, inclusive and successful primary school and nursery in the heart of Kenilworth. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, calm and friendly person to join our happy, hardworking school office team.

About the Role

The successful candidate will require the ability to prioritise and manage a frequently changing workload, possess good organisational skills, develop good working relationships with both parents and staff and will be a responsible and reliable individual.

Main Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Highly experienced receptionist with proven administration skills
• Excellent team player
• Very organised, able to meet deadlines and show attention to detail
• Excellent customer skills, professionalism, adaptability and the ability to remain calm and friendly, even in stressful situations, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front desk experience
• Effective organisational and multitasking abilities
• Passion for excellence and share our vision
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Contribute to and work collaboratively as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable

St John’s Primary and Nursery school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025.

Employment Details

Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 20 hours (8:30am – 12:30pm)
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Contract Length: Until 21st July 2027
Salary Range: Scale D
Closing Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026 at midday

Please send completed application and equality forms to recruitment@stjohnsprimarykenilworth.co.uk