Administration Assistant and Receptionist at The Aurora Group

Stroud, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

14763.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication skills, Literacy, Numeracy, Administrative experience, Attention to detail, IT skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Organisational skills, Time management, Discretion, Confidentiality, Trustworthiness, Safeguarding procedures

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Overview and Responsibilities Administration Assistant and Receptionist - Aurora Severnside School Location: Berkeley, Gloucestershire Actual salary: £14,372 to £14,763 Hourly rate: £12.87 - £13.22 Hours: 25 hours per week – Term time only (8.30am-1.30pm, Monday – Friday) Aurora Severnside is a bespoke school for 11-16 year olds with SEMH needs, having taken the best elements of a mainstream school and the best elements of a special school to create an environment where young people can achieve their own goals and thrive in a future of their own choosing. We aim to prepare students for life beyond school, so further education and employability is truly at the heart of our culture and ethos. Your Role: We are seeking a professional and welcoming Administration Assistant to be the first point of contact for all visitors and callers to our site. This role is key to creating a positive first impression and ensuring the smooth running of front-of-house operations. You will be responsible for managing reception and telephone duties, greeting and assisting visitors, handling deliveries, and supporting the wider administration team with a variety of day-to-day tasks. Your responsibilities will include managing meeting room bookings, maintaining a tidy and inviting reception area, and ensuring all safeguarding and security procedures are followed. You’ll also assist with diary management, document preparation, and general administrative duties such as filing, typing, and managing post. This is a varied and rewarding role that requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supporting the team. Please see the following below for our full job description: Administration Assistant & Receptionist- JD - Severnside School Skills and Qualifications What you’ll bring: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a friendly and professional manner. A good level of literacy and numeracy, ideally supported by 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including English and Maths. Proven experience in an administrative role, demonstrating reliability and attention to detail. Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn new systems and databases. Great organisational skills, with the ability to manage your own time effectively and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. A discreet and confidential approach, with a dependable and trustworthy attitude. Benefits and Additional Information 🌟What’s on Offer at Aurora? We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you: 📚 Grow with Us – Training & Development Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals. 💸 Save Money on Everyday Essentials With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further: Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme 💰 Competitive Pay & Reward We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy: Enhanced Annual Leave Company Sick Pay Enhanced Pension Life Assurance 🩺 24/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household. 🦷 UK Health Cash Plan Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too! 🧠 Employee Assistance Programme Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including: Freephone counselling (available 24/7) Online tools and resources 👯‍♀️ Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000! Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded! (*Terms apply) How to apply? For candidates that haven’t worked in this sector before please be aware that for regulatory reasons the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors. Please complete the online application form in full, including all employment and education details, and provide a personal statement that makes us keen to speak to you. If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Adele in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at Adele.richard@theauroragroup.co.uk Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.

Responsibilities

The role involves serving as the primary contact for visitors and callers, managing reception duties, and ensuring a positive first impression of the school site. Responsibilities also include supporting the administration team with tasks like booking management, document preparation, and general office duties.