Job Description

School Administrative Receptionist - Term Time

Temp to Perm Opportunity via Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a professional and highly organised School Administrative Receptionist to work in a busy school office environment. This is a term-time role (plus two weeks) offering a temp-to-perm pathway for the right candidate.

You will be the first point of contact for parents, visitors, staff, and external agencies, providing a warm, professional reception service while also delivering high-quality administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Working hours:
07:30-16:30 or 08:00-17:00

Key responsibilities:

  • Managing a busy reception desk, calls, emails, visitors, and sign-in systems

  • Handling confidential and sensitive information in line with safeguarding and GDPR requirements

  • Providing administrative support to senior leaders, teaching staff, and the wider office team

  • Supporting school communications, correspondence, events, and record keeping

  • Maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing systems

  • Supporting compliance, health & safety, and safeguarding procedures

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have previous reception or administrative experience

  • Be professional, calm, and confident in a fast-paced environment

  • Demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills

  • Have strong IT skills (Microsoft Office essential; school systems desirable)

  • Show a clear commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality

Why apply through Tradewind?

  • Access to high-quality temp-to-perm opportunities

  • Ongoing professional support and career guidance

  • Opportunities for long-term progression within education administration

All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with safeguarding requirements.

👉 Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to take the next step in your education career.

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