Receptionist

Teaching Vacancies; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time work

Cycle to work scheme

EAP access

CPD opportunities

Job summary

St Wilfrid’s C of E Academy in Blackburn is seeking staff who can support its students and maintain a welcoming school front desk. The role emphasizes safeguarding, teamwork, and professional conduct.

Ideal candidates will have solid GCSEs, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure, with a flexible approach and commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) +
• Have experience of working under pressure to deadlines
• Be able to evidence experience of working effectively within a team
• Be competent in working with technology
• Experience of working in a busy office or reception environment
• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Skills

Relate to young people

Teamwork

Supervise students

Communication skills

Numeracy & literacy

Flexible

Professional development

Experience under pressure

Tech competency

MS Office suite

Experience under pressure to deadlines

Experience in busy office/reception

Education

GCSEs incl English & Maths

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential Qualifications

• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) +
• Have experience of working under pressure to deadlines
• Be able to evidence experience of working effectively within a team
• Be competent in working with technology
• Experience of working in a busy office or reception environment
• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Be able to relate to young people
• Be able to work as part of a team
• Be able to supervise and assist students
• Have good communication skills
• Have good numeracy and literacy skills
• Have a flexible attitude to work
• Have a commitment to professional development

Essential Personal Qualities

• Have energy, ambition and enthusiasm
• Have polite, professional presentation and communication skills
• Have a commitment to an inclusive ethos with the belief that every student counts
• Be committed to making a difference with a positive ‘can do’ outlook
• Be adaptable and resilient
• Have the ability to remain calm and positive under pressure
• Be honest, showing integrity
• Be able to lead by example and demonstrate professional values, securing the ethos of the Academy
• Committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.

What the school offers its staff

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

• Term time only work.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.

SAFEGUARDING

St Wilfrid’s C of E Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.