Are you an organised, friendly and proactive receptionist or administrator who thrives in a busy, people-facing environment? King Edward’s School, Bath is seeking 2 professional and approachable Receptionist & Administrators to play a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of our Senior School.
This is a varied and rewarding role combining front-of-house responsibilities with high-level administrative support. As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and pupils, you will be central to creating a welcoming and efficient environment, while also supporting a wide range of school activities including events, co-curricular provision and key operational processes.
Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you will contribute to the vibrant life of the school and help ensure the highest standards of service across our community.
Each role is permanent, part-time, term-time only:
Role A is 8am-1pm (25 hours per week).
Role B is 11am-5pm (27.5 hours per week).
Please see Job Description for full details of each role.
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Providing high-quality administrative support across Senior School functions.
- Supporting the organisation of school events and co-curricular activities.
- Delivering a professional reception service, including managing visitors and operating the switchboard.
- Supporting internal communications and day-to-day operational tasks.
- Assisting with HR administration, admissions coordination and general school processes.
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Experience in an administrative and/or customer-facing role.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Calm, professional and able to manage competing priorities.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and telephone systems.
- Discreet, reliable and committed to high standards of service.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Free refreshments, fruit and a 3-course lunch during term time.
- Employee assistance packages - AIG SmartHealth and L&G Sparks.
- Recently refurbished gym on-site and access to gym membership offer for the University of Bath.
- Generous and competitive school fee remission.
- Tax-efficient Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Pilates classes & running club.
- Support towards prescription glasses and eye tests.
- If applicable, you will be automatically enrolled into the King Edward’s School, Bath Group Personal Pension Plan with an employer’s contribution of 6% of salary, to be matched by a 2% employee contribution.
About King Edward’s School, Bath
Founded in 1552, King Edward’s School (KES) is Bath’s oldest school and one of the leading co-educational independent schools in the south-west of England. The School was recently awarded Independent Secondary School of the Year in the South West by the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 (Read more). Serving pupils aged 3–18 across its Pre-Prep, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form sections, KES combines a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach to education (Read more).
The School is thriving and inclusive with a strong sense of community and reputation for excellence both in and beyond the classroom and has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence, reflected in consistently outstanding results (Read more). We are proud to provide a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity and character.
Working at King Edward’s means becoming part of a collaborative and welcoming staff team, where professionalism is balanced with warmth and a shared commitment to supporting young people. We value our staff and are dedicated to creating a positive working environment with opportunities for development and contribution across the wider school community.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
