Receptionist & Administration Assistant

Bracknell Forest; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 7,000 - GBP 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Bracknell is seeking a part-time school administrator/receptionist to join their welcoming team. This role involves providing a friendly welcome to visitors, leading administrative tasks, and supporting communication and safeguarding efforts. The ideal candidate is organised, understands confidentiality, and is proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook. With a focus on creating a caring environment for children, the school offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive staff team

Warm and inclusive school culture

Qualifications

• Friendly, organised, and committed.
• Experience in an administrative role preferred.
• Ability to work in a child-centred environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a positive welcome to pupils, parents, and visitors.
• Lead the day-to-day administration of the school office.
• Support communication, safeguarding, and data systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook

Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Tools

SIMS

Job description

• Employer: Winkfield St Mary's CE Primary School
• Salary: BG-J SCP 3-6 – Term time only. Pro-rata salary for part time and term time only: £7,787 - £8,151 (inclusive of London weighting).
• Location: Winkfield St Mary's CE Primary School, Winkfield Row, Bracknell
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Job-Share/Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 13.5 hours per week. 8:30am - 3:45pm Monday & Tuesday.
• Closing Date: 22/02/2026 at 17:00
• Reference: Pri/26/330081

Join our nurturing and ambitious school community

We are currently seeking a friendly, organised and committed part-time school administrator / receptionist to join our team. Winkfield St Mary’s C of E Primary School is a warm and welcoming single-form entry school, with an inclusive and caring ethos.

As School Receptionist, you will:

• Provide a positive welcome to pupils, parents and visitors
• Lead the day-to-day administration of the school office
• Support communication, safeguarding, data and organisational systems

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working in a child-centred, values-led environment
• Is a team player but also able to work independently
• Is highly organised, calm and professional
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding
• Is proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience of using SIMS is desirable but not essential.

We can offer you:

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• A warm, supportive, and inclusive school culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils

The required working hours are 8:30 am – 3:45 pm Monday and Tuesday, school term time only. You may be required to attend training on INSET days.

Visits would be warmly welcomed to get a ‘feel’ for our amazing school.

Interview date w/c 2 nd March

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.

Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.

Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.

Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.

The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.

References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.

Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.