Receptionist

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wellbeing programme

CPD opportunities

Pension - LGPS

26–31 days annual leave + 8 BH

Job summary

The King’s School in Pontefract is seeking a dedicated Receptionist to join a supportive Admin Team. You will deliver an efficient reception, student services, reprographics and communications service to staff and visitors, while handling general admin tasks with accuracy.

We offer a permanent contract, 37 hours per week, term-time plus two days, and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing, development and work-life balance within a high‑performing school community.

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional, calm manner and can communicate effectively with visitors, pupils and staff.
• Can work effectively as part of the Admin Team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
• Has experience of working in a similar environment.
• Has a passion for helping students thrive and meet their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide an efficient and professional Reception, Student Services, Reprographics and communications service to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide general administration and basic data input support to the school as required.
• Be part of an effective Admin Team and use initiative when needed.

Skills

Friendly communication

Administrative support

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

‘Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding 'Yes,' then you might be the ideal candidate we're searching for.’

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Receptionist at The King’s School. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing an efficient and professional Reception, Student Services, Reprographics and communications service to all internal and external stakeholders. They will also provide general administration and basic data input support to the school as required.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person to join an effective Admin Team who:

• has a friendly, professional, calm manner and can communicate effectively with visitors, pupils and staff;
• can work effectively as part of the Admin Team but can also work independently using their own initiative;
• has experience of working in a similar environment
• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
• has a passion for helping students thrive and meet their full potential.

Permanent contract

37 hours per week

Term time only + 2 days

192 working days per year

Ready to make a real difference?

About The King’s School

The King’s School is a warm, welcoming, and high‑performing school with a strong sense of pride and tradition. Consistently recognised as one of the top‑performing schools in the Wakefield District and ranked in the top 15% nationally for progress, we continue to build on a long history of academic excellence.

Our culture is rooted in raising aspirations and improving life chances for every student, guided by our core values and a supportive, caring ethos. As one of the oldest schools in Yorkshire, our rich heritage combines with a forward‑looking approach to provide an inspiring environment where students thrive and staff careers flourish.

As part of Pontefract Academies Trust - recently recognised for Excellence in the 2025 Edurio Award -staff wellbeing and satisfaction remain central to our work. Across the Trust, 85% of staff said they would recommend us as a great place to work, well above national benchmarks, and feedback within The King’s School reflects the same positive, supportive culture.

Staff say:

“I genuinely love working at King’s!”

“My line manager always takes my personal needs into account and shows genuine care for my wellbeing.”

For further insight into our school, we invite you to watch our promotional film ‘Where will King’s take you?’, and visit our website for further information.

What can we offer you?

Be part of a team that values your wellbeing, development and work–life balance. As a member of our school community, you’ll benefit from:

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing
• For the 2025/26 academic year, we have provided staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days, the next is on Monday 20 July 2026. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals
• Generous employer pension- West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service – plus 8 statutory bank holidays)
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
• Cycle to work scheme Blue Light Card
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eye care via Specsavers
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
• Free flu vaccinations.

You can find more information about staff benefits and what it’s like to work with us in the ‘Working for Us’ booklet and on our website.

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase multi-academy trust comprising of nine local schools: seven primary and two secondary, committed to providing the very best education for our children.

We are also excited to be merging with Ark Schools on 1 September 2026. This partnership will strengthen the support we offer our pupils and staff, while creating new opportunities for collaboration and professional development across both trusts. Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger.

We are proud of the positive culture across our schools. In the 2025 Edurio Staff Survey, we were ranked in the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction and received several awards recognising our supportive and values‑driven working environment. Our staff tell us they feel valued, listened to and part of a team that makes a real difference every day.

We’re excited for the future and hope you’ll consider joining us as we continue to grow.