Receptionist

  • Term Time Teachers
  • Bexhill-on-sea, Sussex
  • Jan 12, 2026
Contractor Administration

Job Description

Receptionist / School Administrator

Location: Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
Working Pattern: Full-time, Term Time Only (40 hours per week, 8:00am - 4:30pm)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 24,796 - 25,583 per annum

The Role

At term time teachers we are seeking a Receptionist / School Administrator to join our administrative team at a specialist residential school and college for children and young people aged 5-19 with speech, language and communication needs, learning difficulties and associated SEND.

This is a busy and varied role that requires flexibility, initiative and excellent organisational skills. You will provide a welcoming and professional reception service while delivering high-quality administrative and secretarial support to the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing a friendly, professional first point of contact for visitors, pupils, parents and external agencies
  • Managing reception duties, including phone calls, emails and visitor sign-in
  • Delivering effective administrative and secretarial support to senior leaders
  • Supporting day-to-day school operations with accuracy and confidentiality
  • Working collaboratively as part of a supportive administrative team

What We're Looking For

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organisational and administrative abilities
  • A professional, calm and flexible approach in a busy environment
  • Confidence using IT systems and office software
  • Experience in a school or similar setting is desirable but not essential

What We Offer:

  • Competitive daily rates (including holiday pay)
  • Flexible work to suit your availability
  • Refer a friend and earn 75 for Nursery/TA & 125 for Qualified Teacher
  • Flexibility
  • Pension (Optional)

Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).