School Receptionist

TN United Kingdom; Costessey; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in St Ives, Cambridge is seeking a part-time Receptionist to join their team. The role involves welcoming visitors, managing phone enquiries, and performing various administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, administrative experience, and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Training and Development

Perkbox discounts

Enhanced annual leave

UK Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend bonus

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (at least 5 GCSEs above C or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience in an administrative role.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and looking after visitors at reception.
• Managing telephone enquiries and handling administration tasks.
• Maintaining confidentiality and reporting safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Demonstrable experience in an administrative role

Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

Ability to manage your own time effectively

Discreet, confidential, and reliable

Education

At least 5 GCSEs above C or equivalent, including English and Maths

Job description

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Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent

Hours: 25 hours per week. 8.30am – 1.30pm Monday to Friday, Term Time Only

Salary: £12.37 to £12.71 p/hr / £13,814.20 to £14,193.89 per annum (depending on skills and experience)

Location: St Ives, Cambridge

Aurora Fairway School

We are looking to recruit a part-time Receptionist to join our team at Fairway School in St Ives, Cambridge.

Fairway is a warm and welcoming school which places student wellbeing and safety at the heart of our provision. Our building is a converted golf pavilion and we have adopted our vision of ‘Driving Futures Together’ from that sporting sentiment. Our students are aged 11-16 years with a range of complex learning needs including social, emotional and mental health needs, speech, language and communication difficulties, and autism.

To take a virtual look around our school, please click here: Aurora Fairway School (mpembed.com)

Key Duties:

First impressions count, and this role is key for welcoming and looking after visitors at reception, managing telephone enquiries, and handling administration tasks such as diary management and taking deliveries.

Other duties include:

• Helping to process pupil administration
• Copying, collating, preparing, and distributing documents
• Typing and setting up documents such as letters and reports
• Keeping computer records up to date
• Maintaining confidentiality and reporting safeguarding concerns immediately
• Managing post
• Circulating announcements as required

Please note that duties may vary, and you will be expected to contribute to the overall aims of Fairway School when required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (at least 5 GCSEs above C or equivalent, including English and Maths – preferred)
• Demonstrable experience in an administrative role
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and ability to use a range of databases once trained
• Ability to manage your own time effectively to handle multiple tasks
• Discreet, confidential, and reliable

What’s on offer?

• Training and Development: We offer a wide range of programmes and opportunities to develop your skills and further your career.
• Save money on bills: Benefit from Perkbox discounts on various services and schemes like cycle to work and car schemes.
• Competitive Pay and Rewards: We regularly review pay rates and offer enhanced annual leave, sick pay, pension, and life assurance.
• UK Health Cash Plan: Assistance with healthcare expenses such as dental and optical bills, with options to include family members.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Support on various issues through online tools and a 24/7 counselling service.
• Refer a Friend: Earn £1,000 for referring friends or family (*terms apply).

How to apply?

Please complete an online application form in full, including all employment and education details.

Safeguarding and Employment Checks:

Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and all convictions and cautions must be declared.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults, and are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

This advert may be taken down at any time without notice if the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search.