Part time Receptionist/Administrator - Grace Academy Coventry

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunches on duty

On-site parking

Job summary

Grace Academy Coventry is seeking an experienced Receptionist and Administrator to be the first point of contact in the school’s main reception. You will handle enquiries from parents, students and the public, in person and on the telephone, while also performing administrative duties.

The role is Friday-only, with opportunities to cover absences on ad-hoc occasions, paid in addition to contracted hours. You will work in a caring community with a clear focus on staff wellbeing and professional

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy reception/administration environment.
• Strong communication with parents, students and the public.
• Ability to stay calm and organised while handling multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school reception and greet visitors.
• Answer telephone and respond to enquiries from parents, students and the public.
• Provide administrative support and handle a variety of tasks as required.

Skills

Reception duties

Confident communicator

Multi-tasking

Tools

IT equipment

Job description

Part time Receptionist/Administrator - Grace Academy Coventry

What is the job role? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Receptionist and Administrator to join the Grace family. The Receptionist/Administrator is the first point of contact in the school’s main reception and will be responsible for providing a comprehensive and highly efficient service including dealing with enquiries from parents, students and the general public, in person and on the telephone, as well as some administration duties. The successful candidate will have experience of dealing with a variety of people at different levels, along with being a confident communicator and having experience of working in a busy office dealing with multiple tasks. The successful candidate will also have the ability to work calmly in stressful situations and be a friendly approachable person for all staff, students and parents. The position is for a Friday only basis, however, there will be opportunities to cover administrative staff absence on an ad-hoc basis which will be paid in addition to the contracted hours. We are a welcoming and caring community where our core values of Limitless Potential, Intentional Excellence, Mutual Respect, Genuine Integrity and Amazing Grace based on Christian value, run through all we do. It is central to our ethos, day-to-day curriculum, extra-curricular activities and pastoral structures. Here at Grace Academy, we not only focus on the academic excellence of students but also work with students on supporting them to be the best human beings they can be. We have high expectations for all those involved in the education of children. It is important that all students leaving Grace Academy have the qualifications they need in order to follow the path they have chosen; that students do not limit themselves and that staff and parents support them in raising their expectations and aspirations. We pride ourselves on our caring ethos with a strong and genuine focus on staff wellbeing, putting development and wellbeing at the heart of our work. We work hard to look after our pool of talented staff who are encouraged to grow, develop and work collaboratively.

Who are we looking for?

• A friendly, innovative and exciting community in which to work
• A vibrant learning environment where students are ready and focused on learning
• Professional development led by our 'Cultivating Excellence' structure to support a coaching culture across the Trust to enable staff to be the best they can be
• Opportunities for training and development through the teaching school based at Sponne School
• Access to an internal market for promotions within the growing group of TLT academies
• Pension schemes for both teaching and support staff
• Medicash Health Plan which provides employees with access to a range of Healthcare expenses covered within the Level 1 Policy (policies can be upgraded at your discretion)
• Use of the onsite gym and sporting facilities
• Free lunch when undertaking a duty
• Free refreshments in the staffroom to access throughout the day
• Staff wellbeing/workload committees who help to support staff wellbeing and organise social events
• Employee Assistance programme which provides free counselling and wellbeing packages
• Free eye care vouchers and annual flu vaccinations
• Free work laptop and use of up-to-date IT equipment
• Plenty of on-site parking

The Trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the Trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.

Closing date: Notes, adverts shut off at midnight on your closing date: Friday 6th November 2026.

We are seeking an experienced Receptionist and Administrator who will be responsible for providing a comprehensive and highly efficient service in the school’s main reception, along with the reception team, including dealing with enquiries from parents, students and the general public, in person and on the telephone, as well as some administration duties. The successful candidate will have experience of dealing with a variety of people at different levels, along with being a confident communicator and having experience of working in a busy office dealing with multiple tasks. The successful candidate will also have the ability to work calmly in stressful situations and be a friendly approachable person for all staff, students and parents. The position is for a Friday only basis, however, there will be opportunities to cover administrative staff absence on an ad-hoc basis which will be paid in addition to the contracted hours.

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.