Job Description

Role: Receptionist and Administration Assistant

Location: St Dunstan's School

Please apply via eteach https://www.eteach.com/careers/stdunstansschool/job/receptionist-and-administration-assistant-1508182/?lang=en-GB

Start Date: TBC

Closing Date: 3 October 2025

Hours: 31 per week: Monday to Friday, term time only , 5 inset days

Salary: Grade 3 Scale point (5-7) 13.26 to 13.69 hourly rate range, actual annual salary range 18,415 to 19,006

We are delighted to be able to advertise the role of Receptionist and Administration support.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of our Office Manager, Headteacher's PA and school leadership to support the day to day running of the school office, administration tasks, greeting visitors and promotions. This role would be ideal for an experienced receptionist, looking for a new role and challenge. It would also be suitable for someone wishing to try a new role or begin working in education.

The successful candidate should be able to:

Meet and greet visitors on site, following sign in procedures

Complete administrative tasks including

Provide first aid for students and staff as required

Carryout promotional tasks to publicise the school and prepare the site for open events and evenings

Update the website and complete administrative tasks linked to its upkeep

Support in the administration and coordination of work experience and other whole school/year group events

Assist with general office duties as required.

The successful candidate should also be-

Hard working and fully committed to the ethos of the school.

Organised and systematic.

Willing to undertake First Aid training and any other pertinent CPD linked to the role.

Confident and have a good knowledge of technology i.e. Microsoft Office, internet, email, use of photocopiers etc.

Able to work independently showing initiative.

Have an ability to relate well to both children and adults.

Enthusiastic and willing to try new ideas, taking responsibility for new initiatives.

Capable of working with staff from all areas of the school, external agencies and partner schools.

Interested in continuing professional development.

An individual who is keen to contribute to the wider life of the school and enrichment.

In return we can offer you the opportunity to work with motivated students, the full support of a dedicated and committed team of staff, a supportive induction programme and ongoing professional development, plus the opportunity to work in a developing school in a beautiful area of the South West.

There are many advantages to working for us. Free on-site parking A selection of meals, snacks (hot and cold) and drinks are available for staff to purchase at lunch and break times.

Included in your actual annual salary is generous annual leave entitlement, access to a local government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free on-site parking, free eye tests and employee assistance helpline. You also have access to an employee benefits platform which offers savings on everyday essentials to special offers on travel, dining, and entertainment.

This is an extremely successful inclusive school with a strong reputation in the area. In the most recent Ofsted in February 2024, inspectors praised the strong community ethos and relationships between staff and students based on clear expectations. Inspectors also celebrated our broad and ambitious curriculum, the prioritisation of reading and the support that is in place for all students to access the curriculum. (Ofsted Report- Link) Moreover, we continue to be very proud of the excellent progress our students make in their GCSE examinations. The school remains one of the highest performing schools in Somerset and is well-regarded by parents and the community.

St Dunstan's school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to references and a full Disclosure and Barring Service check. St Dunstan's School is an equal opportunities employer. The campus is a no smoking site.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 18,415.00-19,006.00 per year

Expected hours: 31 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/10/2025
Reference ID: Receptionist and Administration Assistant