School Receptionist

  • Tradewind Recruitment
  • St. Albans, Hertfordshire
  • Mar 07, 2026
Full time Administration

Job Description

Receptionist - 100 per day - Full-time - Immediate Start

Alternative Provision School (St Albans, Hertfordshire)
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire (occasional travel to nearby sites)
Pay: 95 - 110 per day
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start

Our client school is a small Alternative Provision based in St Albans, Hertfordshire, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for pupils who have been excluded from mainstream education. The school is currently seeking a friendly, organised, and proactive Receptionist to join the team and support the day-to-day running of the school office.

Please only apply if you have previous School Administration experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff
  • Managing the school reception area and handling incoming calls and emails
  • Supporting student data, admissions, and attendance processes (Arbor preferred)
  • Providing general administrative support to the school leadership team
  • Assisting with student inductions and onboarding
  • Taking minutes during meetings when required
  • Supporting office operations and ensuring administrative tasks run smoothly
  • Occasional travel to the academy's other local sites if needed

What We're Looking For

  • Previous school administration or reception experience
  • Confident and professional communication skills
  • Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
  • Ability to work efficiently in a busy school environment
  • Experience using Arbor (desirable but not essential)
  • A driver with access to a vehicle is helpful but not essential

Training & Development

Our client school in St Albans, Hertfordshire provides a range of professional development opportunities, including:

  • First Aid Training
  • Census Training
  • Prevent Duty
  • Cyber Security
  • Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

Candidates who already hold training or experience in these areas will have an advantage.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive Alternative Provision in St Albans, where you will play an important role in supporting both students and staff.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced School Receptionist or Administrator looking for a rewarding opportunity with the potential to become permanent, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply - Receptionist - St Albans, Hertfordshire

For more information about the school and this Receptionist role, please contact Carlo at Tradewind on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Alternatively, email your CV to (url removed) and we will call you to discuss the role.