Administrative Assistant with Reception Duties

Are you looking for an admin role in an education setting?

We are recruiting an experienced Administration Assistant / Receptionist to join our friendly admin team.  The successful candidate will be a dynamic and diligent candidate providing a high standard of administrative support, and assisting the Office Manager in ensuring efficiency within the school office. You will be a proactive team player who will undertake general office duties including filing, parent communications, photocopying and scanning

Our Admin Assistant / Receptionist will;

• Be the first point of contact for parents and visitors.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Have a good knowledge of ICT.
• Liaise with caterers regarding food requirements and refreshments for school trips, meetings and events.
• Maintain information systems, databases and other associated records.

This role is offered on a Term Time basis, working 8.00 am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will also be expected to work an additional 3 Saturday mornings to assist with the 11+ Exam Invigilation.

Plymouth High School for Girls is a respected City selective Grammar school known for its engaging curriculum and supportive environment. Our students thrive in a small, friendly school where collaboration and flexibility ensure the best possible experience.

Our Values & Vision

We prepare students for life beyond school, guided by our slogan, "For life, not school, we learn." We focus on respect, resilience, and responsibility, encouraging students to grow academically and personally. Our core values include integrity, fairness, and tolerance.

Ofsted notes that our leadership maintains strong educational quality, with a clear focus on school priorities and effective partnerships to support our students and their families.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. 

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

 Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?

We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways for professional development including Chartered Teacher status, regular MAT meets to share best practice and range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Next Steps

If you are interested in working at our school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today! 

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

We strongly encourage any candidate who may be interested in working at our school to direct any question they may have to the Head’s PA, Vicki Benwell, [email protected]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected]