Job Introduction
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Grade C - Salary £25,186 - £26,244 FTE – actual salary £20,900 - £21,778
35 hours per week - term time only + 1 week
Location: Henry Tyndale School, Farnborough & Aldershot Campuses
Closing Date 6th Dec 2025 – Interview 17th December 2025
Are you the friendly, enthusiastic, and highly motivated individual we are looking for?
Henry Tyndale is a vibrant, forward-thinking, and expanding school for children and young people aged 4–19 with severe and complex learning difficulties. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in December 2022, we are committed to excellence in education and care.
We are seeking an exceptional Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to manage the smooth running of our reception desk and provide outstanding administrative support as part of our supportive and friendly team.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcoming visitors and managing reception activities
- Providing administrative support to staff and leadership
- Ensuring effective communication with parents, staff, visitors, and external agencies
We are Looking for Someone Who
- Is highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
- Has excellent IT, literacy, and interpersonal skills
- Possesses a confident and professional telephone manner
- Demonstrates tact, confidentiality, and discretion at all times
- Can handle interactions sensitively and effectively with a range of stakeholders, including children and families
- Has prior experience with school systems (advantageous but not essential; training provided)
- Brings a “can-do,” team-oriented attitude with a calm and friendly demeanour
- Is flexible to work across our campuses when required (we have administrative across our three campuses (two offices based in Farnborough and one based in Aldershot.))
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 (1 hour unpaid lunch break). Term time only + 1 week.
What We Offer
- A positive, thriving school environment
- A dedicated and supportive team
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A fun and dynamic workplace where no two days are the same!
Salary: Range C £20,900 - £21,778pa (FTE £25,186 – £26,244pa) based on hours, experience, and qualifications)
We welcome applications for apprenticeships and job shares.
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date is Noon on 6th December 2025 and interview date will be 17th December 2025
In return, we offer:
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Flexibility in working pattern and the option for hybrid working
- Professional development opportunities
- The chance to make a real difference in the life of our school community
For further details and an application pack, please contact adminoffice@henrytyndale.hants.sch.uk or visit the school website Henry Tyndale School -Community Special School in Farnborough Hampshire
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
