Job Introduction
Hours: 40 hours a week (term time only)
Times: 07:00 till 15:45 Monday to Friday
SFET Grade: 17 to 20
Salary: £26,563 to £28,796 (FTE £ 27,789 to £ 30,126)
We are looking for a highly organised and confident individual to join our friendly team as Senior Administrator and Receptionist. This role is central to the smooth running of our school’s front office, with a key focus on coordinating daily staff cover.
You will be the first point of contact for parents, pupils, and visitors, while also taking responsibility for managing the school’s cover arrangements, ensuring that all classes are appropriately staffed and disruptions to learning are minimised.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Leading the coordination of school cover, including managing staff absences and liaising with supply agencies.
- Maintaining accurate records related to teacher cover.
- Handling reception duties such as telephone, postal, and visitor enquiries.
- Supporting hospitality and general administrative functions.
The successful candidate will have:
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Confidence in managing cover logistics and responding quickly to changing staffing needs.
- Basic computer and keyboard proficiency.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Previous administration experience (school-based experience is desirable but not essential).
- A calm and professional approach to problem-solving and multitasking.
For full details and an application form, please visit our website: https://www.brightonhill.org/
Alternatively, telephone Jo Levett, HR Manager on 01256 362523 or email: jlevett@bhcs.sfet.org.uk
Please note CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date for applications: Monday 13th October 2025
We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the stated closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.
We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS Disclosure and other employment checks.
