Full job descriptionSchool Administrators | Receptionists | Attendance Officers | Office Assistants | School Office Managers
Locations: Reading, Berkshire & Surrounding Areas

Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time & Term-Time Opportunities

Contract Types: Permanent, Temporary & Fixed-Term
We’re Always Looking for School Administration Professionals!
Do you have strong administrative skills and a passion for supporting education? We are continuously recruiting for a variety of school-based administration roles across primary, secondary, academy, and specialist schools.
Whether you’re an experienced School Administrator, Receptionist, Attendance Officer, PA, Office Manager, or looking to bring your administration experience into the education sector, we’d love to hear from you.
Typical Responsibilities
*Acting as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, pupils, and staff
*Managing school reception and general office administration
*Maintaining pupil records and school databases
*Monitoring attendance and supporting attendance processes
*Handling telephone calls, emails, and correspondence
*Providing administrative support to school leadership teams and teaching staff
*Assisting with admissions, HR, finance, and safeguarding administration
*Organising meetings, events, and school communications
What We’re Looking For
Previous administration, reception, or office experience

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications

Ability to work effectively in a busy and fast-paced environment

A professional, friendly, and proactive approach

Experience within a school setting and knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom is advantageous but not essential
Why Register with Reed?
*Access to a variety of school administration opportunities
*Positions across Primary, Secondary, SEN, and Academy settings
*Temporary, permanent, and temp-to-perm vacancies
*Competitive pay rates and salaries
*Dedicated support from an experienced Education recruitment specialist
*Opportunities suited to both experienced professionals and those seeking a career within education support
Compliance & Safeguarding
As part of the recruitment process, all successful applicants will be required to complete Reed’s compliance and safeguarding checks before commencing employment. This includes:
*A Reed registration and screening interview
*Right to Work verification
*Employment history and reference checks
*Enhanced DBS check (or DBS Update Service verification where applicable)
*Safeguarding and compliance documentation in line with Department for Education requirements