Receptionist

Woolwich Polytechnic School; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Apprenticeship training

Professional development

Contributory pension

Collaboration with staff

Discounts

Employee assistance

Season ticket loans

Catering facilities

Cycle to work

On-site parking

Free staff coffee

Job summary

Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys, part of PolyMAT, invites applications for a professional, welcoming and highly organised Receptionist to join the busy school office. As the first point of contact for pupils, staff and visitors, you will present a positive image and ensure a friendly, efficient reception service.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, remain calm under pressure, and possess excellent attention to detail, with prior experience in a school or reception

Qualifications

• Professional, approachable and confident communicator.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Experience in a school or reception environment is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for pupils, staff, parents and visitors.
• Present a positive image of the school and ensure an efficient, friendly and safe reception service.

Skills

Professional communicator

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Confidentiality and safeguarding

Job description

PolyMAT is a small but ambitious Multi-Academy Trust with a unique family feel. Our vision is Success for Everyone, and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in making this vision a reality.

We currently have three schools in our Trust:

• Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys - a long-established and successful boys’ school
• Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls - opened in 2019 and has quickly become a beacon for success and progress
• Bannockburn Primary School - a large, thriving primary school that joined the Trust in November 2023

We also have a flourishing co-educational Sixth Form. Across our Trust, we pride ourselves on a culture of high standards, underpinned by our core values of Care and Unity. We provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued, supported, and part of a larger family.

As a school community and Trust, we place significant value on our professional working relationships with others. Therefore, we are looking for individuals who will be committed to forming strong relationships with other colleagues and stakeholders so that we can be united in achieving our shared vision and goals.

Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys is seeking a professional, welcoming and highly organised Receptionist to join our busy school office. As the first point of contact for pupils, staff, parents and visitors, you will play a key role in presenting a positive image of the school and ensuring an efficient, friendly and safe reception service.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong communication skills, a calm and confident manner, and a commitment to supporting the smooth running of a vibrant school environment.

Who We’re Looking For

• A professional, approachable and confident communicator
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in a busy, varied environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• A commitment to high standards of confidentiality and safeguarding
• Previous experience in a school or reception environment is desirable but not essential

As a member of PolyMAT staff, we can offer you:

• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to apprenticeship training
• Excellent professional development
• A contributory pension scheme
• Opportunities to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching professionals
• Access to various discounts for a small monthly fee
• An employee assistance programme
• Season ticket loans
• Excellent catering facilities
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Secure on-site parking
• Free daily coffee for staff

PolyMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offer of employment is subject upon the Academy Trust receiving an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS), which the Academy considers to be satisfactory. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with the Code of Practice published by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post you are applying for is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and it is therefore an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

In accordance with KCSIE 2026 shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online profile and social media check.

PolyMAT is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and providing opportunities for people with disabilities. We are an inclusive Trust who strives to provide an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We aspire to ensure that every member of our community, regardless of circumstances or background, have the opportunity to be the best version of themselves through our vision of ‘Success for Everyone’.

For any potential applicants, we would like to encourage you to inform us of any additional support or adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process. We have an open approach to support for candidates with disabilities and recognise that reasonable adjustments may be required based on each individuals needs.

Sharing your needs with us ahead of interview, allows us to fully support and ensure you are not disadvantaged during the process. We welcome candidates contacting us at any point should you feel uncomfortable declaring a disability, to reassure you that we are here to support. So, please contact [e-mail] if this is the case.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 18 October.

Interviews will be scheduled to take place shortly after.

Suitable candidates will be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application. The closing date will be brought forward in the event that the post is filled.