At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our school, assisting students, staff, and visitors daily.
- Company: Join a supportive school community with enthusiastic colleagues.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Enjoy a varied role with opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant school environment while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, ICT experience, and a positive attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 25290 - 30910 £ per year.
Permanent/Part Time Term Time Plus (term time plus 5 training days) 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30-15:30. A daily 30 mins lunch is unpaid. NJC Grade E, Points 4/5 - £19,028/£19,328 actual per annum (£25,185/£25,583 FTE per annum). Annual pay award is pending. Holiday entitlement is built into the salary for term time plus workers. Salary is paid all year round across 12 months in equal instalments.
The Role
We are seeking a friendly, organised, and enthusiastic Receptionist/Admin Assistant to join our team. This is a key front-facing role within the school, providing a professional and welcoming first point of contact for students, staff, parents and visitors, while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
As the school’s first point of contact, you will greet and assist all stakeholders and respond to enquiries in person, by telephone and via email. You will play an important role in ensuring the reception area operates efficiently, maintaining accurate records and communication systems, and always working in line with the school’s safeguarding procedures.
In addition to core reception responsibilities, you will undertake a wide range of administrative tasks to support colleagues across the school, contributing to the effective organisation and operation of key processes. ICT experience is essential but specific training will be given on specialist school software.
This role would suit someone who thrives on variety—an approachable, positive individual who enjoys supporting others and can manage a busy and varied workload with confidence and professionalism.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Friendly and confident when dealing with a wide range of people
- Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Able to multitask, work flexibly and prioritise their workload effectively
- Able to remain calm and effective under pressure
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office and general ICT systems
- Professional and discreet, with a strong commitment to safeguarding
- A team player with a positive can do approach
In return, we offer:
- A supportive and welcoming school
- Friendly, enthusiastic and highly committed colleagues
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Admin Assistant in Northampton employer: Barry Primary School
Join our vibrant school community as an Admin Assistant, where you will be part of a supportive and welcoming environment dedicated to fostering student success. We offer a friendly work culture with enthusiastic colleagues, opportunities for professional growth, and the stability of a Local Government Pension Scheme. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and families but also provides a balanced work-life schedule during term time, making it an excellent choice for those seeking rewarding employment in education.
