Office Administrator - Receptionist (Temporary)

We are seeking an Office Administrator - Receptionist to join our team at Marnel Junior School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

About Marnel Junior School

Marnel Junior School offers a caring, inclusive, and ambitious learning environment where every child is encouraged to flourish. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a thriving multi-academy trust across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we share a collective commitment to “Transforming schools... changing lives.”

At Marnel Junior School, we believe that every child can succeed. Our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, develop independence, and instil a lifelong love of learning. We are proud of our reputation as a school that combines strong academic standards with a deep commitment to personal growth and wellbeing.

Our dedicated team ensures that every pupil feels valued, supported, and challenged to achieve their best. We foster a culture of kindness, respect, and perseverance, qualities that prepare our children not only for secondary school, but for life beyond the classroom.

At Marnel Junior School, our mission is simple: to provide an education that empowers every child to believe in themselves, take pride in their achievements, and play an active role in their community. Every decision we make begins with one question—what is best for our children?

Details

Position: Office Administrator - Receptionist (Temporary)

Contract: Term time, temporary contract until 20 July 2027

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 25 hours a week (Mon-Fri 8am - 1pm, 37 weeks per year)

Salary: Hampshire Pay Scale C (£26,017 - £27,110 FTE; actual salary £14,265 - £14,864)

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key Responsibilities Include

• Provide effective administrative support to the School Business Leader and office team
• Undertake general admin duties as required for the efficient function of the office team
• Daily lunch duty

Requirements include

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)
• Experience working in an office environment

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

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