School Administrator & Reception

Reception & Administrative Assistant Location: Cosham Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm | Friday 8:30am-4:00pm Contract: Temporary with potential to become permanent Start Date: Week after half term About the Role…

Pay rate £14/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 20 October 2026

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Reception & Administrative Assistant

Location: Cosham
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm | Friday 8:30am-4:00pm
Contract: Temporary with potential to become permanent
Start Date: Week after half term
About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established school in Cosham for a Reception & Administrative Assistant.

This role has become available due to the current postholder taking early retirement and offers the opportunity to join a supportive team within a rewarding educational setting. Initially offered on a temporary basis, there is potential for the position to become permanent for the right candidate.

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff, you will play a key role in the smooth running of the school office, providing both reception and administrative support in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a busy reception area
Answering and directing incoming telephone calls
Welcoming visitors and handling enquiries professionally
Responding to the school intercom system
Communicating with staff via radio when required
Processing student forms and maintaining accurate records
Updating and managing student data
Recording staff absences
Providing general administrative support to the wider team
Handling confidential information appropriatelyAbout You

We are looking for someone who:

Has previous administration and reception experience
Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills
Is confident using IT systems and databases
Can multitask and prioritise effectively
Maintains a calm and professional approach under pressure
Is resilient and able to work within a challenging but rewarding environment
Can build positive relationships with staff, students and parents
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is preferred, although a new Enhanced DBS check can be processed if required.

Benefits of becoming an Office Angels Temp:

Weekly Pay
Up to 28 days annual leave
Dedicated consultant to support your job search
First opportunity to see permanent positions
Access to free eyecare vouchers
Temp of the Month awards
Access to Boost, for online discounts
Timesheets can be completed on mobile devices
Discount schemes
Access to Well-being platforms
FREE access to online LinkedIn Learning courses.Next steps… Contact Kat Bennett at Office Angels South Coast at (url removed) to hear about this or other opportunities. Alternatively, upload your CV to the Office Angels Website homepage.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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