Bursary Receptionist | Part-time, Permanent | Closing Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025

The Leys; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 10,457 - 12,780; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a professional part-time Receptionist to manage the School Bursary Reception as part of a job share arrangement. The successful candidate must be reliable and possess effective communication skills, handling general administrative tasks while working in a busy environment. The role is part-time on Mondays and Tuesdays throughout the year, with an additional Saturday morning shift each month, ensuring a rewarding work experience in a welcoming school community. Applications should be directed to the Recruitment Team by December 10, 2025.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a busy customer-facing environment.
• Ability to manage phone calls and post.
• Professional and welcoming attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage the School Bursary Reception.
• Undertake general administrative tasks.
• Work on Saturdays once a month during term time.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Reliability

Calm demeanor

Job description

Part Time (Monday & Tuesday) *| Permanent Post | All Year Round

Salary £11,619 pro rate per annum

We are seeking a welcoming and professional receptionist to manage the School Bursary Reception as part of a job share arrangement. The role would suit someone who is comfortable working within a busy customer facing environment, undertaking general administrative tasks, dealing with all phone calls and incoming/outgoing post. The successful applicant will be reliable, confident and possess a calm, professional manner, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff throughout the School and all external visitors.

*The role is part-time, 2 days a week, covering Mondays & Tuesdays all year round. In addition, you will take part in our Saturday morning rota (working approximately one Saturday morning per month during term time), which is paid at the rate £14.17 per hour in addition to the salary quoted above.

For a full description of the role please see the ‘Candidate Information Pack – Bursary Receptionist.’

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before appointment to any role in the school, checks including an Enhanced DBS Check and workplace references will be undertaken in accordance with current statutory guidance. Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK is required. A six-month probationary period will also apply.

The Foundation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity and celebrates the diverse voice of our community.

Applications with a covering letter, should be sent to the Recruitment Team ([e-mail]), The Leys School, Cambridge CB2 7AD by 09.00 am on 10 December 2025.

We will review applications on receipt and reserve the right to withdraw this advert before the closing date, if a suitable candidate is found. An early application is therefore encouraged.

This role has the opportunity for regular contact with pupils and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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