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Recruiter
Pertemps Plymouth
Location
Devon
Salary
£13.7 per hour
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
First listed by Ontap
17 October 2026
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Job description

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

Plymouth 25 Hours per Week Term Time (39 Weeks per Year)

Monday-Friday, 10:00am-3:30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)

Permanent Position Salary TBC

Are you an organised and personable administrator who enjoys being at the heart of a busy environment?

We're working with a well-respected school in Plymouth to recruit a Receptionist & Administrative Assistant. This is a varied and rewarding role within a supportive team, providing front-of-house reception duties alongside administrative support across several operational departments.

The Role

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers and external professionals, you'll play a key role in creating a welcoming and professional experience while helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Duties will include:

Managing reception, incoming calls, emails and visitor enquiries
Overseeing visitor sign-in procedures and compliance processes
Handling post, deliveries and general office administration
Supporting pupil-related administrative processes and maintaining accurate records
Coordinating documentation, reviews and policy schedules
Providing administrative support across HR, Finance and Health & Safety functions
Assisting with the efficient day-to-day operation of the school's support services

About You

We're looking for a positive and proactive individual who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering excellent administrative support.

You'll ideally have:

Previous reception and/or administration experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
A professional, friendly and approachable manner
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
A team-focused approach and willingness to support colleagues across different departments

What's on Offer?

A varied and rewarding role within a specialist educational environment
Exposure to a wide range of administrative functions including HR, Finance and Health & Safety
A supportive and welcoming team culture
Term-time working, offering a fantastic work-life balance
The opportunity to make a positive contribution within an education setting that supports children and young people with additional needs

If you're looking for a busy and rewarding administration role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Please APPLY today or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Devon and Cornwall branch.

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