School Administrator / Receptionist

School Administrator / Receptionist   Location: Central London Pay: £14.25 – £18.00 per hour, depending on experience Setting: Prep / Primary School Start Date: ASAP   Horizon Teachers are currently recruiting for an…

Pay rate £14.25 – £18/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 17 September 2026

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School Administrator / Receptionist
 
Location: Central London
Pay: £14.25 – £18.00 per hour, depending on experience
Setting: Prep / Primary School
Start Date: ASAP
 
Horizon Teachers are currently recruiting for an experienced School Administrator / Receptionist to join a well-established and welcoming prep school based in Central London.
 
This is a busy and varied position within the heart of the school office. The successful candidate will provide professional front-of-house support while assisting with attendance, pupil records, general administration and the day-to-day running of the school. You will be working closely with pupils, parents, teaching staff and the wider administrative team.
 
The school is exceptionally well connected by public transport and easily accessible from across London.
 
Key Responsibilities

Acting as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, visitors and staff
Managing incoming telephone calls, emails and general enquiries
Maintaining pupil records, registers and attendance information using SIMS or Arbor
Signing pupils and visitors in and out and maintaining accurate visitor records
Supporting school communications, correspondence, events and general office administration
Providing administrative support to teaching staff and the wider school office team
Assisting with pupil welfare and basic first aid duties where requiredRequirements

Previous administration or reception experience within a school environment is essential 
Strong working knowledge of SIMS and/or Arbor is essential 
Excellent communication, IT and organisational skills 
Professional and confident when dealing with parents, pupils and visitors 
Able to prioritise effectively and work confidently within a busy school office 

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

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