School Admin/Reception
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 to £18 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Chester, CH1 3ET |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Your new company
Hays Education are currently recruiting for an experienced
School Administrator/Receptionis
t to join a busy SEN school in Chester on a temporary basis until Christmas.
This is a fast-paced front-of-house role and requires someone with previous school administration experience who can quickly integrate into the team and confidently manage a busy reception environment from day one.
Your new role
- Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and pupils
- Managing a busy reception desk and handling telephone enquiries
- Providing administrative support to the wider school office
- Maintaining accurate pupil records and updating school databases
- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence
- Assisting with attendance, admissions and general administrative duties as required
- Supporting safeguarding procedures and visitor sign-in processes
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience working within a school office environment is essential
- Confident working within a busy reception setting
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and work independently
- Knowledge of Arbor would be highly advantageous
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to work within a supportive SEN school setting
- Competitive weekly pay
- Dedicated support from your Hays Education consultant
- Potential opportunities for longer-term and permanent work
If you are an experienced school administrator or receptionist looking for your next opportunity and can start immediately, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Lucy at Hays Education on 01772 201513 for more information.
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