At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our school, providing essential support to students and parents.
- Company: The Meadows School, a vibrant and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and excellent professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a creative team dedicated to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in a busy school office and a passion for supporting children.
The predicted salary is between 31022 - 31022 £ per year.
About the role
The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS) is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Receptionist and School Admin Assistant. The successful applicant will be the first point of contact for visitors, students and parents, and will play a key part in providing front‑of‑house, clerical and administrative support in a fast‑moving school.
Key responsibilities
- Front‑of‑house duties, clerical and administrative support in a busy school environment.
Key requirements
- Experience working in a busy school office
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Enthusiastic and passionate about working with children with SEND
- High expectations of pupils and a commitment to improving learning outcomes
- Flexibility, openness to new ideas, and a team‑player attitude
- GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent
- Commitment to the ethos and aims of the school
- Ability to efficiently plan and prioritise workload
Benefits & remuneration
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Flexible working opportunities
- Employee rewards
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- Regular support and supervision
- Staff support (mental health first aid, occupational health service, employee assistance programme with family access, staff briefings, events, etc.)
- A creative, flexible curriculum tailored to individual student needs
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- A wide range of fantastic resources
Additional information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you must not apply.
Hours: 37 hours per week during term time plus 3 weeks (1 week INSET + 2 weeks).
Grade: D, SCP 9 to 17, £27,254‑£31,022 p.a. (Actual salary £25,367‑£29,590 p.a.)
Location: The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU / Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ
We are a Disability Confident Employer, committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Closing date: 8th July 2026 at 8am. Shortlisting: 8th July 2026 in the pm. Interviews: 16th July 2026.
