Job Description:

Administrative Assistant (Reception & Administration)
Hereford
Monday to Thursday | 8:00am - 4:30pm | £12.71 per hour
Temporary Position (with potential for extension)
Start Date - ASAP

We are currently recruiting for a professional and organised Administrative Assistant to join a busy school in Hereford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with young people, parents, and staff.

As the first point of contact for visitors, you will play a key role in delivering a welcoming and efficient reception service while providing vital administrative support across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the school reception area and greeting visitors professionally.
• Handling incoming telephone calls, emails, and general enquiries.
• Supporting with student attendance records and timetable administration.
• Producing letters, reports, spreadsheets, and other school documentation.
• Assisting with website updates and maintaining school calendars.
• Providing general administrative support to teaching and support staff.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Working both independently and collaboratively as part of the school administration team.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous administration or receptionist experience, ideally within an education setting.
• Possess excellent communication skills and be confident dealing with students, parents, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Have strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
• Be organised, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrate a calm, professional, and approachable manner.
• Be able to prioritise workloads and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Have a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this position.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy