school administration assistant

1 week ago


Richmond, Greater London, United Kingdom Reed Full time

JOB TITLE – SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT – TERM TIME ONLY (36 WEEKS)

LOCATION – RICHMOND

SALARY - £25-30k per annum depending on experience (AFTER PRO RATA)

HOURS – 8AM TO 4.30PM WITH 30 MINUTES LUNCH

START DATE – September although, if available immediately could start sooner.

About them

An independent co-educational pre-prep and prep school for children aged 3 to 11 years. It is a friendly and family-orientated school which aims to prepare pupils for the modern world: balancing academic and pastoral care with creativity, exploration, and community.

About the job

School Office:

  • Be the first point of contact for the school in person, by email and on the telephone.
  • Receive visitors and ensure they are well briefed in essential matters
  • Deal with enquiries, parent emails and queries
  • Receive post and deliveries
  • Liaise with external agencies as required such as school lunch company and wraparound care providers
  • Deal with middle of day pupil arrivals and departures, escorting children between buildings

First Aid:

  • Greet children who are feeling ill or have sustained an injury
  • Assess them and administer basic first aid, as appropriate
  • Contact parents and staff as necessary to report a treatment or a need to go home
  • Contact emergency services on the rare occasion they are needed
  • Log all medical treatments
  • Maintain an accurate central record of children with medical conditions and allergies which is shared with staff
  • Order additional first aid supplies as needed

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A minimum of 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths at Grade C or above
  • Previous administration experience
  • Good ICT skills with an understanding of MS Office
  • A full and appropriate First Aid qualification (this can be organised post-employment offer)
  • A good command of the English language, and good communication skills, both written and spoken.
  • Good interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and tact, particularly when dealing with parents
  • A flexible approach, with the ability to respond positively to ad hoc requests from all members of staff
  • Excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work calmly and reliably in a busy school, both in a team and independently
  • To undertake all training as required
  • To instil attitudes and habits consistent with maintaining a happy and caring atmosphere within the whole school community
  • To be flexible, organised and able to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure and to deadlines
  • To be proactive, motivated and calm
  • To have a professional, smart appearance


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