Part Time Receptionist / Administrative Assistant - Maternity

Woodlands; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Stone Cross is seeking a Part Time Maternity Cover Temporary Receptionist/Administrative Assistant starting March 2026. This role involves answering telephones, greeting visitors, and managing various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess strong ICT skills and customer-facing abilities, with previous reception experience highly desirable. This is a part-time role during term time only, providing a vital first impression of the school. Closing date for applications is 18/01/2026.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills to greet visitors and answer phones.
• Ability to handle various administrative tasks competently.
• Capable of using a school database effectively.

Responsibilities

• Answer the telephone and greet visitors at the school.
• Process letters and manage a range of administrative tasks.
• Work as part of a friendly reception team.

Skills

Excellent customer facing skills

Strong ICT knowledge

Previous reception/office experience

Job description

Part Time Maternity Cover Temporary Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

Start Date:March 2026

Pay scale: Sandwich Technology Support Range 3: £8,385.79 (pro rata £24,513 full time equivalent)

Hours:15 hrs 2 days per week (thursday-Friday), term time only

Shift pattern: 9am- 5pm Thursday and Friday with a 40-minute meal break

Are you the right person to become our first impression? If you believe you have the necessary skills and attributes to become a member of our reception team then read on.

As a key member of our friendly reception team your duties in this role will be varied but will include answering the telephone, greeting visitors at the school, processing letters, using the school’s database and a variety of administrative tasks. Previous reception/office experience would be desirable along with strong ICT knowledge and excellent customer facing skills.

This position is to cover a current maternity leave and will be required to start March 2026 until March 2027, training prior to the role commencing will be considered.

Closing date: 18/01/2026

Proposed interview date: TBC

Please note that should we receive sufficient applicants for this role the closing date maybe brought forward. Therefore, if you are interested in this role please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and the post is subject to an enhanced disclosure check.