Receptionist & School Administration Assistant

37 weeks per year (Term Time plus one additional week)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00am–4.30pm
Salary: £15.30 per hour (paid pro-rata over 12 months)

Are you a warm, organised and professional individual who enjoys working with people and thrives in a busy environment?

Newbridge Preparatory School is seeking an enthusiastic Receptionist & School Administration Assistant to become the welcoming face of our school. This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys building positive relationships while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a busy school office.

As the first point of contact for parents, visitors, pupils and staff, you will play a vital role in creating a friendly and professional welcome for everyone who visits Newbridge. Alongside reception duties, you will provide essential administrative support across the school, helping to ensure that our office operates efficiently and effectively.

The role will include:

• Providing a warm, professional welcome to all visitors, parents and pupils.

• Answering telephone and email enquiries, directing queries appropriately and providing excellent customer service.

• Managing visitor sign-in procedures and safeguarding protocols.

• Leading on daily pupil registration and maintaining accurate attendance records.

• Overseeing First Aid administration, including maintaining records and ensuring supplies are fully stocked.

• Supporting school communications, newsletters and general correspondence.

• Assisting with the organisation of school tours, meetings and events.

• Maintaining accurate pupil records and school databases.

• Providing general administrative support including filing, photocopying, ordering supplies and handling incoming and outgoing post.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Is friendly, approachable and professional at all times.

• Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

• Can prioritise tasks and remain calm in a busy environment.

• Has strong IT skills and is confident using Microsoft Office.

• Understands the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding.

• Ideally has previous experience in a school or busy administrative environment (although this is not essential).

Why join Newbridge?

Newbridge Preparatory School is a thriving independent school where every child is known and valued. We pride ourselves on our warm, family atmosphere, supportive staff team and strong sense of community. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a school where relationships matter, every day is different, and your contribution will make a genuine difference to the lives of our children and families.

If you are looking for a rewarding role in a friendly and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please complete the attached application form and email to: office@newbridgeprepschool.org.uk

Newbridge Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.