Description Role: Admin & Reception Assistant Academy: Outwood Academy Bishopsgarth Hours of Work: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Plus 5 Days Salary: £21,280 - £22,097 Start Date :01/09/2026 Outwood Academy Bishopsgarth are seeking to recruit an Admin & Reception Assistant who will be the first point of contact for general enquiries. You will be required to provide a warm, professional and efficient reception service, including greeting visitors to the Academy. You will also provide strong administrative support to the school, undertaking a range of general clerical and administration duties including typing and word processing. Experience in using computer packages such as word and excel is essential. To be successful, you should ideally possess a Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in English and Maths. You must have excellent interpersonal skills, in order to allow you to engage with callers and visitors to the Academy, students and staff professionally, efficiently and sensitively. We are seeking applications from candidates with a friendly, approachable manner and strong organisational skills. A flexible approach to work is essential in order to assist the Administration team at busy times and occasionally adjusting hours to cover after school events. Previous experience in an education environment would be an advantage but is not essential. Outwood Academy Bishopsgarth places students at the centre of everything it does, with a focus on creating a culture of success, a positive climate for learning, and increased student attainment, achievement and social emotional development. The academy offers a blend of contemporary classrooms, outstanding SEND Provisions and friendly academic staff, making it an ideal setting for those seeking to work in a progressive academy environment. With a new building to accommodate 600 students, the school is committed to continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment, supported by a strong vision and moral purpose. Welcome from the Principal: As Principal, I am immensely proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Bishopsgarth. Located near key commuting routes in Stockton-on-Tees, our academy is a place that will capture your heart. Our dedicated staff has a relentless pursuit of improving student lives, giving them a launchpad to fulfill their ambitions. What sets us apart are the strong relationships we have; staff know our students and families well, fostering an environment where students flourish and are motivated to be their best. We serve an area of deprivation with a strong moral purpose: to ensure students have the opportunity to transform their lives through the best education they are entitled to. We value practitioners who are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in their field. We invest in our staff's workload, wellbeing, and professional development. If you share our passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team. To view the Support Staff recruitment booklet, Click Here If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Abbey Davies, HR Assistant at a.davies@bishopsgarth.outwood.com To view the full job description please click here. To view the person specification, which you should use to complete your application, please click here.