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Receptionist & Admin assistant.

Pencalenick School

Cornwall

  • £24,926 per year
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  • Expired
Salary:
A competitive salary · You will be eligible to join the local government pension scheme/Teachers pension scheme · 29 days annual leave per year (pro rata), plus bank holidays · Extra Special Rewards Portal, providing staff with discounts, special offer
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
02/09/2025
Apply by:
11 July 2025

Job overview

Reception (2 Days per Week)

·        Act as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and professionals

·        Ensure the safeguarding and signing-in processes are followed

·        Manage incoming calls, emails, and messages efficiently and courteously

·        Support daily administrative tasks as directed by the Admin Manager

·        Maintain a tidy and welcoming reception area

·        Receive and distribute post and deliveries

Administrative Support (3 Days per Week)

Attendance

·        Record and monitor daily pupil attendance using the school Arbour system

·        Follow up with parents/carers regarding unexplained absences

·        Support processes around attendance interventions and letters

Pupil Records & Files

·        Maintain accurate and secure pupil records, including admissions, leavers, and safeguarding files

·        Ensure compliance with GDPR and school data retention policies

·        Liaise with class teams to ensure information is current and complete

·        Monitor and process pupil daily attendance and liaise with designated safeguarding lead.

HR Administration

·        Assist with the recruitment and induction process as directed by the Admin manager.

·        Support staff communication and wellbeing initiatives

·        Maintain staff records with completed induction policies

Newsletter & Communications

·        Lead on the creation and formatting of the monthly staff school newsletter

Ensure the newsletter reflects the school’s ethos and celebrates key achievements

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About Pencalenick School

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