Tradewind Recruitment
September Start | Receptionist & Admin Assistant | Barking & Dagenham Primary School
September 2026 Start
Full-time | Long-term Opportunity
£15 – £16 per hour
Working Hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm or 9:00am – 3:30pm
A welcoming Primary School in Barking & Dagenham is looking for a Receptionist & Admin Assistant to join their friendly office team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across two school sites in a varied and rewarding role supporting the day-to-day running of the school.
Please note: Applicants must have a minimum of 6 months' recent experience working in a school office or school reception environment. Candidates without school-based administrative experience will not be considered.
If you have the experience to support your application, don't delay in sending your CV to or call Yolanda at Tradewind Recruitment on (Option 2).
More about the school:
- Friendly and supportive Primary School
- Welcoming office team with excellent training and guidance
- Opportunity to work across two school sites
- Trial days taking place this term
- Excellent opportunity to develop your career within education
The role will include:
- Answering and directing telephone calls
- Welcoming parents, visitors and staff to the school
- General administration and data entry
- Maintaining accurate school records
- Supporting the wider office team with day-to-day administrative tasks
- Providing excellent customer service to parents and visitors
Tradewind Recruitment offers more accredited CPD courses than any other education company, including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, and a wide range of professional development courses through The National College.
Great Referral Scheme – Recommend a Teacher and earn up to £100 if they pass the qualifiy period
As the successful Receptionist & Admin Assistant, you will have at least 6 months' experience working in a school office or reception, be confident using Microsoft Office, possess excellent communication and organisational skills, and be able to work professionally across two school sites.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 6 months' recent school office or school reception experience (essential)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Confident using Microsoft Office and school administration systems
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- A CV covering your employment and education history since leaving formal education, with all employment gaps explained
- Legal Right to Work in the UK
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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