School Administrator/Receptionist

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Hays Education is working in partnership with a large and welcoming primary school in Widnes to recruit an experienced

School Administrator/Receptionist for a maternity cover position starting after October half-term.

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, and is expected to last between 9 and 12 months. The school is a busy environment with a high volume of visitors, calls, and enquiries each day, so they are looking for a confident and capable administrator who can hit the ground running.

Your new role

As the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, and visitors, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school's front office. Duties will include:

• Managing the busy school reception and welcoming visitors
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls
• Supporting pupil attendance and daily administration tasks
• Maintaining accurate records and updating school databases
• Managing visitor sign-in procedures and safeguarding processes
• Responding to parent enquiries professionally and efficiently
• Providing general administrative support to the wider school team

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working on a busy school reception is essential
• Strong administrative and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Experience using SIMS is highly desirable
• Candidates with experience of other school systems and the ability to pick up new technology quickly will also be considered
• A professional, organised, and friendly approach

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate of up to £16.50 per hour depending on experience
• Long-term maternity cover opportunity
• Full-time hours in a supportive school environment
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays consultant
• Weekly pay and holiday entitlement

If you're an experienced school receptionist looking for your next opportunity in a thriving primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Hays Education for more information.

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