At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our school while providing top-notch admin support.
- Company: Join a vibrant school community that values collaboration and service.
- Benefits: Enjoy free meals, gym access, and generous school fee remission.
- Other info: Part-time roles available with excellent work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in admin or customer service with strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
This is a varied and rewarding role combining front-of-house responsibilities with high-level administrative support. As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and pupils, you will be central to creating a welcoming and efficient environment, while also supporting a wide range of school activities including events, co-curricular provision and key operational processes.
Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you will contribute to the vibrant life of the school and help ensure the highest standards of service across our community.
Each role is permanent, part-time, term-time only:
- Role A is 8am-1pm (25 hours per week).
- Role B is 11am-5pm (27.5 hours per week).
Key Responsibilities
- Providing high-quality administrative support across Senior School functions.
- Supporting the organisation of school events and co-curricular activities.
- Delivering a professional reception service, including managing visitors and operating the switchboard.
- Supporting internal communications and day-to-day operational tasks.
- Assisting with HR administration, admissions coordination and general school processes.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Experience in an administrative and/or customer-facing role.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Calm, professional and able to manage competing priorities.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and telephone systems.
- Discreet, reliable and committed to high standards of service.
Benefits
- Free refreshments, fruit and a 3-course lunch during term time.
- Employee assistance packages - AIG SmartHealth and L&G Sparks.
- Recently refurbished gym on-site and access to gym membership offer for the University of Bath.
- Generous and competitive school fee remission.
- Tax-efficient Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Pilates classes & running club.
- Support towards prescription glasses and eye tests.
- If applicable, you will be automatically enrolled into the King Edward’s School, Bath Group Personal Pension Plan with an employer’s contribution of 6% of salary, to be matched by a 2% employee contribution.
Senior School Receptionist & Administrators in Bath employer: The Independent Schools Council
At King Edward’s School, Bath, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that values each team member's contribution. With generous benefits such as free meals during term time, access to a refurbished gym, and a competitive pension plan, we ensure our staff feel valued and supported in their professional growth. Join us in creating a welcoming atmosphere for our school community while enjoying a fulfilling role that balances administrative excellence with vibrant school life.
Contact Details:
The Independent Schools Council Recruitment Team
