Administration & Organisation Level 3 - Receptionist & General Administrator

Neath Port Talbot; Wales; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a highly motivated Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to support the administration team. This part-time role involves being the first point of contact at the school, handling reception duties, and assisting with HR and general administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, IT proficiency, and a collaborative approach. The weekly hours are 32.50, and the position offers a pro-rata salary of £19,414 to £20,682. Commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working within a school environment.
• A good communicator and caring team member.
• Capable of working under pressure and prioritising tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greeting visitors and answering telephone calls.
• Supporting the administration team with HR tasks.
• Clerking of Pupil Disciplinary Committee meetings.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills (MS Office 365)

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Job description

Job description

Start Date: 2nd February 2026

Salary: £19,414 to £20,682 (pro rata). (subject to term time adjustment). The salary stated will be subject to a term time only adjustment for the commencement of employment outside of the start date of 1st September.

Part Time: 39 weeks. Hours: 32.50 (part time). Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5 -9.

Mon - Fri: 8.00am to 3.00pm (includes a 30 minute unpaid lunch)

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and committed Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to join our busy administration team. This is a key role as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and pupils, providing a professional, efficient, and welcoming service at the school's front desk.

Responsibilities

• Reception: acting as the school’s front of house greeting visitors, answering telephone calls, and supporting staff and pupils with enquiries.
• General Administration: supporting the wider administration team with tasks such as:
• HR Personnel Administration
• Organisation of advertisements/refreshments
• Headteacher's PA
• School Planning Coordination (alongside SLT)
• Clerking of Pupil Disciplinary Committee meetings
• General administrative duties

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working within a school environment
• A good communicator and caring team member, who is flexible and approachable
• Able to work collaboratively with colleagues across the school
• Capable of working under pressure, prioritising tasks, and maintaining confidentiality
• Experienced in using information management systems, with strong IT skills including MS Office 365
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently using initiative
• Possessing a good sense of humour and a positive attitude

The school and Neath Port Talbot Council are totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our school is equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safe recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (children's list).

Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

You may apply online.

Closing date: Friday 9th January 2026

Shortlisting date: Monday 12th January 2026

Interview date: Thursday 22nd January 2026