Admin and Reception Assistant

Role: Admin and Reception Assistant

Academy: Outwood Academy Brumby

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary (Actual Salary): 8152 - 8280 per annum

Working Pattern: 14.5 Hours Per Week Thur & Fri (8.00 am - 3.45 pm). Term Time only.

Are you a highly organised individual committed to providing exceptional administrative support

Join us as an Admin and Reception Assistant a key role responsible for delivering a professional and efficient Reception service and being the first point of contact for the academy. You will provide crucial administrative assistance to the school ensuring the main office runs smoothly.

This role involves managing visitor safeguarding procedures handling all post and undertaking general office duties such as typing filing and assisting with meeting arrangements.

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Welcome from the Principal

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Brumby.

As Principal its my privilege to introduce you to our academy of 750 friendly students in the heart of Scunthorpe. We are deeply committed to the pursuit of excellence and to nurturing the potential of every child and staff member. By 2028 we will be celebrating 10 years of making a difference in our community.

What distinguishes us is our incredible staff team who share a strong belief in the transformative power of education. We thrive on making positive supportive relationships with everyone and foster a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous growth.

We are looking for inspirational dedicated professionals who will add value both academically and through involvement in the fabric of learning beyond the classroom. If you share our passion for making a meaningful difference we would be thrilled to welcome you to our team. I look forward to meeting you.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school please contact Paula Thomas Business Manager at

You will be integral to the smooth running of the academy taking responsibility for answering incoming communications and greeting and dealing with all visitors. A key duty is ensuring all visitors are properly recorded sign-in procedures are followed and lanyards are issued to meet safeguarding procedures.

Duties also include supporting the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) with radio contact and assisting with internal and external meeting arrangements which includes booking rooms and catering preparing papers and minute-taking as required. You will maintain up-to-date filing systems handle post distribution and franking and be prepared to act as a Fire Marshall. The role requires compliance with the academys Child Safeguarding Procedures and liaising with the Designated Child Safeguarding Person over any concerns.

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We require candidates with considerable experience of working in an admin/office environment. Experience of working in a school environment is desirable.

The role demands a strong ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences both verbally and in writing and the ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines.

Essential skills include proficiency in using standard ICT packages including Microsoft Office and the essential ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. Candidates must possess Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths or equivalent and be willing to obtain or enhance qualifications and training while in the post. A satisfactory DBS check is essential.

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