Job Description

Join Our Team as a Receptionist / Admin Assistant.

Location: Athelney and Elfrida Primary School (The King Alfred Federation)

Hours: 35 hours per week, term time only + 1 additional week

Salary Scale: Scale 3

Start Date: September 2025 

Are you an organised, friendly, and proactive individual who thrives in a busy environment? Do you enjoy being the welcoming face of a school and supporting day-to-day operations that help children thrive? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Role
We are seeking a Receptionist / Admin Assistant to join our dedicated school office team. This is a key role at the heart of our school, where you’ll be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff—ensuring a warm, professional, and safe environment.

You’ll provide vital administrative support across a range of school functions, from managing communications and maintaining records to supporting trips, clubs, and safeguarding processes. You’ll also play a part in managing resources and finances, helping to keep our school running smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and manage reception duties with professionalism and care.
• Handle phone and email communications, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Support school events, trips, and clubs with excellent organisational skills.
• Maintain accurate records and use key school systems (e.g., Arbor, CPOMS, InVentry).
• Assist with attendance tracking, safeguarding logs, and first aid duties.
• Provide general administrative support to staff and leadership teams.
• Help manage school finances, including trip payments and resource orders.

What We’re Looking For

• A warm, approachable, and professional manner.
• Strong administrative and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and school systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• A team player who is flexible, reliable, and committed to supporting pupil well-being.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and friendly school community.
• Make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A varied and rewarding role in a vibrant school environment.

If you think you are ready for this exciting opportunity, please call:
Jemma Ahern, Federation Business Manager, at Athelney on 020 8697 2945 or Elfrida on 0208 698 5755 for an informal chat.  Visits are encouraged.
An application pack is downloadable from the site or you can e-mail for a pack: Recruitment @ KAFED recruitment@kafed.org.uk  Completed applications should be emailed to: recruitment@kafed.org.uk.  Applications can also be sent by post to the school marked for the attention of Ms J Ahern, Federation Business Manager.

Athelney and Elfrida Primary Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and promoting their safety, security and welfare. The successful candidates will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS, as well as qualifications and reference checks.

Closing date:          26th June 2025 @ Midday 
Shortlisting date:   27th June  2025
Interviews:              W/C 30th June 2025

Administrator - The King Alfred Federation (Athelney & Elfrida Primary School)

Job Description

Athelney & Elfrida Primary Schools, King Alfred Federation, Lewisham
35 hours/week | Term Time Only (39 weeks) + 1 week during summer
Scale 4 | Permanent Position
Start Date: September 2025 

About the Role

This is a varied and rewarding position focused on:

Pupil Attendance & Welfare: Promote good attendance, liaise with families, and maintain accurate records.
School Admissions: Manage the admissions process, organise open days, and ensure a welcoming experience for prospective families.

School Meals Administration: Oversee meal records, manage free school meal checks, and liaise with catering staff.
 

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a professional and friendly manner
• Is highly organised and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• Possesses excellent literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
• Is a team player with a proactive attitude
• Has relevant qualifications and experience 

In Return, We Offer

• A welcoming and enthusiastic team of colleagues
• A real chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families
• A supportive ethos where your contributions are valued
• Genuine job satisfaction in a dynamic school environment

We warmly welcome informal conversations and visits. Please contact Jemma Ahern, Federation Business Manager:
Athelney: 020 8697 2945 | Elfrida: 020 8698 5755

To Apply:
Download an application pack from our website or email: recruitment@kafed.org.uk Completed applications should be emailed or posted to: Ms J Ahern, Federation Business Manager

Closing Date: 26th June 2025 
Shortlisting: 27th June 2025 
Interviews: W/C 30th June