Receptionist

SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST; Dartford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive academic institution in Dartford is looking for a Receptionist to join their dynamic team. This role entails providing the first point of contact for visitors and delivering essential administrative support within a welcoming environment. Successful candidates will showcase excellent communication and IT skills, alongside a positive demeanor. The position offers an avenue for professional development, with various attractive benefits including a local government pension scheme and on-site parking.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC Scheme

Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive

Access to training and development

On-site parking

Discounts with local and national retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must maintain high standards of communication, accuracy, and organisation.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• Previous experience in a school setting is preferable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors.
• Provide reliable and adaptable support to the administrative team.
• Perform routine administrative duties as needed.
• Maintain communication and organisational standards.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent IT skills

Positive and friendly demeanor

Team-working spirit

Tools

BROMCOM

Job description

Further details about the school can be found on our website: www.thenorthschool.org.uk. This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. We offer a stimulating, supportive, and rewarding working environment where all staff are valued, providing excellent professional opportunities for career progression. Work‑life balance is valued, and flexible working requests are considered.

Role Overview

The Receptionist works 37 hours per week, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, as the first point of contact for all visitors to the school. The role requires a highly personable candidate with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Support the busy administrative team with additional duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors
• Provide efficient, reliable, and adaptable support to the administrative team
• Perform routine administrative duties as needed
• Maintain high standards of communication, accuracy, and organisation

Qualifications and Experience

• Positive and friendly demeanour
• Team‑working spirit with enthusiasm and energy
• Excellent IT skills
• High standards of written, face‑to‑face, and telephone communication with an eye for detail
• Organised, prioritising workload effectively
• Knowledge of BROMCOM is desirable; training will be provided if required
• Previous school experience preferable but not essential

All employees are expected to contribute to the wider life of the school community.

Screening Requirements

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme – generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On‑site parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme – wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

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