School Administrator

Are you an experienced School Receptionist or Administrator looking for an exciting new opportunity in a fantastic primary school?

Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.
Looking for a rewarding school administration role where you can make a real difference every day?
Do you enjoy combining excellent administration skills with creative marketing and social media engagement?

School Administrator & Receptionist
Location: Wandsworth, London
Start Date: July 2026 / September 2026 start (1 year contract)
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time + 4 Weeks
Salary: £120-£140 a day
Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm or 8:30am - 4:30pm

Academics are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a fantastic primary school in Wandsworth for a friendly, organised, and proactive School Administrator & Receptionist to join their team from July 2026.This is an exciting and varied opportunity for a professional who thrives in a busy school environment and enjoys being at the heart of daily school life. Combining front-of-house reception duties, administrative support, and marketing responsibilities, this role offers the chance to make a real impact across the school community.As the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, and visitors, you will be the welcoming face of the school, providing exceptional customer service while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school office. You will also have the opportunity to support the school's marketing and social media presence, helping to showcase the fantastic work taking place across the school. xwzovoh

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the school reception and providing a professional front-of-house service
• Welcoming visitors, parents, staff, and pupils
• Handling telephone and email enquiries
• Supporting with general school administration and office duties
• Maintaining accurate records and databases
• Assisting with attendance and pupil information systems
• Supporting the school's marketing activities
• Managing and updating social media platforms and website content
• Assisting with school events, communications, and promotional materials

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous administration or receptionist experience, ideally within a school or education setting
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office and school management systems
• Experience with social media and marketing activities would be advantageous
• Professional, approachable, and able to work independently

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV today. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis, with a view to the successful candidate starting in July 2026.