Receptionist / Administration Assistant

Brighton & Hove City Council

Salary

£27,254 - £27,694 pro rata for 45.05 weeks

Contractual hours

Job category/type

Administration

Date posted

05/06/2026

Job reference

REQ0001047

Brunswick Primary School is a thriving primary school located in Hove. It is currently collaborating with Hove Learning Federation which is comprised of three sites made up of the family of schools of West Hove Infant and Hove Junior School.

Our staff team, governors, and parents and carers are all committed to building on the achievements while addressing areas for challenge and improvement.

Part-time: 28 hour per week

Paid weeks per year: 45.05 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: 1 September 2026

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and friendly individual to join our Office team.

The successful candidate will:

  • Possess excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, staff and visitors to the school
  • Be able to work in a busy reception/office, whilst also completing a variety of admin tasks and working to deadlines
  • Be organised and able to manage their time efficiently, working as part of a team and using their own initiative
  • Have experience of working in a fast-paced environment and be able to work in a calm and professional manner at all times
  • Be responsible for monitoring and evaluating pupil attendance.
  • Have strong IT skills
  • Be flexible to the demands of the role.
  • Be prepared to undertake first aid training and any other relevant training.
  • Be able to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity.
  • Have a positive attitude and sense of humour.

Previous experience in a school setting would be an advantage but is not essential.

For further information and to request an application pack please contact the School Business Manager, Tel: 01273 711816 or email ***email_hidden***

You may also download an application pack from our school website, clicking on the ‘Vacancies’ tab at: http://www.brunswick.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Closing date: 22nd June 2026

Interview date: TBC

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office: ***email_hidden***

Telephone: (01273) 711816

Website: www.brunswick.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

Brunswick Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are proud that our school is a culturally rich and diverse place of learning, and we are keen to encourage people from diverse ethnic backgrounds to apply and join our staff team. The school has a strong focus on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion for our pupils, staff and governors and we are passionate about creating an environment where every pupil can thrive.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.