Receptionist and Administrative Assistant – The Meadows School

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Location: Oldbury
Job Description:

About the role

The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS) is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Receptionist and School Admin Assistant. The successful applicant will be the first point of contact for visitors, students and parents, and will play a key part in providing front‑of‑house, clerical and administrative support in a fast‑moving school.

Key responsibilities

Front‑of‑house duties, clerical and administrative support in a busy school environment.

Key requirements

  • Experience working in a busy school office
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
  • Enthusiastic and passionate about working with children with SEND
  • High expectations of pupils and a commitment to improving learning outcomes
  • Flexibility, openness to new ideas, and a team‑player attitude
  • GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent
  • Commitment to the ethos and aims of the school
  • Ability to efficiently plan and prioritise workload

Benefits & remuneration

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension scheme
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Employee rewards
  • Excellent professional development opportunities
  • Regular support and supervision
  • Staff support (mental health first aid, occupational health service, employee assistance programme with family access, staff briefings, events, etc.)
  • A creative, flexible curriculum tailored to individual student needs
  • A supportive and friendly team environment
  • A wide range of fantastic resources

Additional information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you must not apply.

Hours: 37 hours per week during term time plus 3 weeks (1 week INSET + 2 weeks).

Grade: D, SCP 9 to 17, £27,254‑£31,022 p.a. (Actual salary £25,367‑£29,590 p.a.)

Location: The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU / Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ

We are a Disability Confident Employer, committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Closing date: 8th July 2026 at 8am. Shortlisting: 8th July 2026 in the pm. Interviews: 16th July 2026.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026