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School Office Administrator & Receptionist | Hillingdon SEN School

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Job description

An SEN school in Hillingdon is seeking a reliable and personable School Office Administrator to provide a mixture of front-of-house reception and administrative support.

Working within a busy school environment, you'll help keep the administration side of the school organised while ensuring pupils, parents, visitors and professionals receive a friendly and professional welcome.

A Varied School Office Role

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Running the school's main reception and welcoming visitors

  • Answering incoming calls and directing enquiries appropriately

  • Dealing with parents, carers, staff and external professionals

  • Managing emails and routine correspondence

  • Maintaining accurate pupil and office records

  • Inputting information onto school databases and systems

  • Preparing paperwork, letters and documents

  • Filing and organising confidential information

  • Supporting attendance and other routine administrative processes

  • Photocopying, scanning and general office administration

  • Assisting the wider school office wherever required

The Person We're Looking For

You'll ideally have previous experience within administration, reception, education or another busy office environment. Experience working within an SEN setting would be advantageous but isn't essential.

Most importantly, you'll be:

  • Friendly, approachable and professional

  • Well organised with excellent attention to detail

  • Confident communicating with a wide range of people

  • Comfortable handling confidential information

  • Competent with IT and Microsoft Office

  • Able to remain calm and organised in a busy environment

  • Understanding and patient when working within a specialist school setting

Role Information

Location: Hillingdon
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Full-Time
Setting: SEN School

How to Apply

Apply with an up-to-date CV to be considered for the position. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours.