Receptionist & Admin Assistant

Heathland School, Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 9AG

26 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  13 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  18 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £15,476.00 Annually (Actual)

Receptionist & Admin Assistant job summary

Heathland School is seeking a committed, professional and highly organised Reception/Administration Assistant to join our team on a maternity‑cover basis. This is a key front‑of‑house role, providing an exceptional first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

Working within a busy and fast‑paced environment, the successful candidate will play an integral part in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the school. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to remain composed and effective when managing multiple demands.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an individual who demonstrates:

• Outstanding communication skills
• A professional, welcoming manner when interacting with all members of the school community
• Strong organisational ability, with confidence managing a varied and often demanding workload
• Competence with Microsoft Office, email and general IT systems
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of our outstanding team
• A calm, efficient approach in a dynamic environment
• (Bonus!) Has experience in a school office or with Bromcom — but training is available

Why Join Heathland School?

This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the day‑to‑day life of a thriving and supportive school community. As a central point of contact, you will play an important part in ensuring that the school maintains the highest standards of professionalism, communication and care.

You will join a dedicated team where your contribution is valued, and where a positive, collaborative working culture is firmly established.

Our Commitment

The Heathland Whitefriars Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and provide two professional references. Online checks will be conducted on all applicants as part of KCSiE 2025.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Heathland Whitefriars Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Online/social media checks will also be undertaken in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Heathland School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 637 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Heathland School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/heathland-school-harrow

Are you passionate about inclusion and committed and ready to make a difference? We would love to welcome you at Heathland School. Apply today to become a part of Heathland's mission to create a brighter future for our pupils.

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