Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay
We are seeking a Receptionist/ Office Administrator to join our team at Woodmansterne Primary School and Nursery, part of Bourne Education Trust.
As a Higher Receptionist/ Office Administrator, you are responsible for providing, with a high level of accuracy, effective and efficient administrative and clerical support within the school alongside an excellent and proactive front-line customer service to families and visitors.
About Woodmansterne Primary School and Nursery
Woodmansterne Primary School is a thriving 2-form entry school with a nursery, located in a semi-rural community on the edge of Surrey. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we benefit from a comprehensive support network and collaborative environment.
Our school motto, "Growing Learners for Life," applies to both staff and pupils. We provide a first-class education that recognises and fulfils the academic, social, and emotional potential of every child. Our large, well-resourced grounds including our Little Oaks Farm coupled with an engaging curriculum offer enriching, aspirational learning opportunities.
At Woodmansterne, we are proud of our inclusive and welcoming atmosphere where pupils are well-behaved and eager to learn.
We prioritise staff and pupil wellbeing. Our dedicated team is supported by a well-resourced school with modern facilities and technology, effective CPD, and a positive culture that promotes work-life balance, empowering you to grow and excel in your career.
Details
Job title: Receptionist/Office Administrator
Location: Banstead, Surrey
Contract: Term time, permanent
Hours: 27.5hours per week, Monday - Friday, 09.00 -15.00, 30 min unpaid break each day, 36.8 weeks per year
Salary: Surrey pay scale 3, FTE £25,132 - actual £15,585
Responsible to: Office Manager, School Business Leader and ultimately Headteacher
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide effective administrative support to the School Business Leader and office team
- Undertake general admin duties as required for the efficient function of the office team
- Keep up-to-date records of changing school information and maintain key information for reference and distribution, as necessary
- Contribute to the effective management of the school reception throughout the school
day, especially during the peak periods
Requirements include:
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
- Experience working in an office environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Educated to GCSE Standard at Grade A – C for a minimum of 5 GCSEs including
Mathematics and English, or equivalent qualifications
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
- Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
- Collaborative and innovative
- Committed, engaged and professional
- Advocates for equality and inclusivity
How to apply for this role:
Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.
The closing date for this vacancy is the 31st July 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
