Receptionist/Administrator

The Hawthorns Primary School, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 3PQ

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  25 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  11 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours – 5 days per week l Term time plus 5 inset days
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,402-£28, 141 per annum
• Pay scale: The Circle Trust Support Pay Grade 4 SCP 7-11 Actual salary £22,608-£24,097 (depending on experience)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a well-organised, enthusiastic team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are ever the same!

The successful candidate will play a key role as the first point of contact for all visitors to the school reception as well as having the flexibility to offer administrative support to the school team. You will be a warm, friendly problem-solver with great attention to detail, and the initiative to take ownership for a variety of tasks.

The role combines a stimulating mix of interaction with a wide range of visitors, pupils and staff. Experience of working in a busy reception area, ideally in an educational setting, is desirable but not essential.

In return, we offer a warm, welcoming and supportive environment where staff wellbeing is key; we want you to enjoy coming to work and to feel valued in all that you contribute.

If you can work well under pressure, managing several tasks at once, all whilst maintaining a calm approach, we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

• A varied, rewarding role at the heart of school life
• The chance to make a positive difference every day
• A supportive team environment
  

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

HPS Receptionist Administrator - Applicant Information Pack Final.pdf - 3.98 MB (opens in new tab)

About The Hawthorns Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 423 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Hawthorns Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@thecircletrust.co.uk
• Phone number: 0118 3381961
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-hawthorns-primary-school-wokingham

Arranging a visit to The Hawthorns Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thecircletrust.co.uk.

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