About Us

Receptionist & Admin Officer

£24,877.44 - £25,232.76 per annum (Scale 3, Spine Point 5-6)

37.5 hours a week (7:30am to 3:30pm including ½ hour unpaid lunch break)

Term Time only (39 weeks)

Fixed Term -1-year Contract initially

Oak Lodge School is a secondary school for students with hearing, speech and language and communication needs with a residential provision. We would like to welcome you to become part of our vibrant and innovative learning community, to have the opportunity to work in our happy and harmonious school which promotes the highest standards and is at the forefront of special Deaf education. 

What we offer:

• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Well-equipped office and resources
• Free parking on site
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Small school community (91 pupils) where you can get to know students and staff
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating the school switchboard and greeting visitors
• Managing deliveries, post, and school diaries
• Producing ID badges and supporting transport records
• Supporting parental communications, school events, and administrative tasks
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting safeguarding procedures

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a reception or administrative role (school experience desirable)
• Excellent communication, IT and organisational skills
• A friendly, professional manner and a flexible approach

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Alternatively, this can be downloaded from the school’s website: www.oaklodge.wandsworth.sch.uk.

Completed applications should be e-mailed to recruitment@oaklodge.wandsworth.sch.uk

Closing date: 04 September 2026 (at noon)

Interviews: TBC

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

 CVs are not accepted.

Oak Lodge School

101 Nightingale Lane

London SW12 8NA

Tel : 020 8673 3453

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils