School Receptionist and Administration Assistant
| Posting date: | 19 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2026 |
| Location: | Amesbury |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 315629FAJ |
Summary
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Job Title: School Receptionist and Administration Assistant
Location: Robins Way School, Amesbury, SP4 8JT
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.30pm
Salary: £24,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
As our School Receptionist, you’ll be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors. You’ll provide high‑quality administrative support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, helping to keep our school running efficiently and professionally.
You’ll work both independently and as part of a small, supportive team, using your initiative to manage a wide range of tasks—from maintaining accurate pupil records to welcoming visitors and supporting essential school processes.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, ensuring safeguarding and sign-in procedures are followed
Provide a welcoming and professional reception service, including hospitality for visitors
Manage visitor access, including escorting visitors when required and maintaining accurate records for fire safety
Handle telephone enquiries professionally, taking and relaying messages as appropriate
Receive and manage deliveries
Provide administrative support including photocopying, laminating, filing, binding, and document collation
Maintain inventory and stock relevant to the reception area
Ensure reception and conference room areas are kept tidy, organised, and presentable
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Friendly, professional and passionate about supporting children, families and colleagues.
An excellent communicator who builds positive relationships and works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Highly organised, with strong administrative skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
Confident using Microsoft Office, databases and online systems to maintain accurate records.
Calm, adaptable and proactive, with the ability to use initiative and remain positive under pressure.
Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and acting as a positive role model for pupils.
Reliable, enthusiastic and eager to learn, with GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
Full UK driving licence is essential
About the school
Robins Way School based in Amesbury, Wiltshire, is an exciting new addition to the Acorn portfolio. We provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for primary-aged pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
Every child at Robins Way is seen, heard, and valued. Our mission is to equip them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed, both academically and personally. Through a creative and flexible approach to teaching, we help every child overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Job Title: School Receptionist and Administration Assistant
Location: Robins Way School, Amesbury, SP4 8JT
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.30pm
Salary: £24,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
As our School Receptionist, you’ll be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors. You’ll provide high‑quality administrative support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, helping to keep our school running efficiently and professionally.
You’ll work both independently and as part of a small, supportive team, using your initiative to manage a wide range of tasks—from maintaining accurate pupil records to welcoming visitors and supporting essential school processes.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, ensuring safeguarding and sign-in procedures are followed
Provide a welcoming and professional reception service, including hospitality for visitors
Manage visitor access, including escorting visitors when required and maintaining accurate records for fire safety
Handle telephone enquiries professionally, taking and relaying messages as appropriate
Receive and manage deliveries
Provide administrative support including photocopying, laminating, filing, binding, and document collation
Maintain inventory and stock relevant to the reception area
Ensure reception and conference room areas are kept tidy, organised, and presentable
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Friendly, professional and passionate about supporting children, families and colleagues.
An excellent communicator who builds positive relationships and works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Highly organised, with strong administrative skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
Confident using Microsoft Office, databases and online systems to maintain accurate records.
Calm, adaptable and proactive, with the ability to use initiative and remain positive under pressure.
Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and acting as a positive role model for pupils.
Reliable, enthusiastic and eager to learn, with GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
Full UK driving licence is essential
About the school
Robins Way School based in Amesbury, Wiltshire, is an exciting new addition to the Acorn portfolio. We provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for primary-aged pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
Every child at Robins Way is seen, heard, and valued. Our mission is to equip them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed, both academically and personally. Through a creative and flexible approach to teaching, we help every child overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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