General Administration Assistant | Reading | Secondary School
An Outstanding secondary school in Reading is looking to appoint a General Administration Assistant to support its busy school office.
This role would suit someone who enjoys a varied working day. You’ll spend part of your time supporting reception and dealing with visitors and enquiries, while also completing the administration that keeps the school office running efficiently.
Key responsibilities include:
Acting as a welcoming first point of contact for visitors
Answering and directing telephone calls
Responding to emails and routine enquiries
Signing visitors in and following school procedures
Updating databases and maintaining accurate records
Preparing and organising paperwork
Filing, scanning and photocopying documents
Supporting staff with general administrative requests
Assisting with correspondence and office communications
Maintaining confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
What you'll bring:
Previous experience in administration, reception or a similar office environment
Strong organisation and attention to detail
Good written and verbal communication skills
A professional and approachable manner
Confidence using standard IT and Microsoft Office
The ability to manage competing tasks in a busy environment
Experience within a school or education setting would be useful, but isn't essential if you have strong transferable administration experience.
The Essentials:
📍 Reading
📅 ASAP
📋 Temporary
⏰ Full-Time
How to Apply:
Apply today with your latest CV. If shortlisted, you will be contacted within 72 hours.
- Locations
- Reading, Berkshire
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