Location: Peckham, London (SE15)
Hours: 12:30 - 4:30 PM Monday to Friday
Pay Rate: £15 per hour (Weekly pay via PAYE)
Start Date: ASAP
The Role
We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly organised Receptionist/Administration Assistant for an immediate, short-term contract at a vibrant academy in Peckham. Because this role requires an immediate start, we can only consider candidates who already hold a valid, enhanced DBS check.
As the first point of contact for the school, you will provide a comprehensive receptionist service to the main academy office. You will be responsible for maintaining a welcoming environment while handling various administrative, secretarial, and reprographics tasks to support the smooth day-to-day operations of the school.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing the front-of-house reception desk, greeting visitors, parents, and students.
Answering incoming calls, handling enquiries, and transferring messages accurately.
Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the office team.
Assisting with reprographics tasks (copying, scanning, and printing school materials).
Ensuring the reception area remains tidy, professional, and secure.
Strict Candidate Requirements:
Essential: Prior experience working within a school office or educational administration environment is strictly required.
Essential: Must already hold an Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service) to ensure compliance for an immediate start.
Compliance: If offered the position, you must bring your original I.D. and physical DBS certificate on your first day to avoid being sent home.
Excellent communication skills, a professional telephone manner, and a welcoming presence.
Strong IT and organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply
Due to the highly urgent nature of this placement, applications are being reviewed immediately. If you meet all of the criteria above and are available to start next week, please submit your CV without delay.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory background references.
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