ABOUT THE SCHOOL - AKELEY WOOD JUNIOR

Akeley Wood School is a dynamic and friendly place to work with opportunities for professional development. We educate around 700 children across three campuses and have a progressive approach to teaching and learning. We strive for a holistic education at Akeley wood and achieve this through the supportive environment and diverse breadth of learning and development within our School.
We look to recruit high calibre staff committed to achieving the highest standards and to actively take part in the school life.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Receptionist (Part Time) to join our fantastic team.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

You are organised, calm under pressure, and take pride in delivering excellent service. With a warm, professional manner and strong communication skills, you’ll be confident working with people of all ages—from students and staff to parents and visitors. You have solid administrative experience, are proficient in Microsoft Office, and ideally hold a First Aid qualification. If you enjoy working as part of a busy, friendly team and are passionate about making a positive difference in a school community, we’d love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Receptionist/Administrator at Akeley Wood Junior School, you will be the welcoming face of our school and the first point of contact for all visitors, parents, and enquiries. Reporting to the Administration Manager, you’ll play a key role in creating a professional and friendly first impression, while also supporting the day-to-day administrative operations of the school. Your role will include managing reception, maintaining attendance records, coordinating communications with parents, and ensuring key administrative systems are up to date. You’ll also be a key First Aid contact on-site, helping to ensure the wellbeing of pupils and staff. No two days will be the same—and your contribution will help keep the school running smoothly and efficiently.