Receptionist & Administrator

City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

City of London Academies Trust seeks a Receptionist & Administrator to provide efficient reception, student services and secretarial support for the academy.

You will assist with finance, facilities, ICT, HR and communications, and support Student Services, including reprographics, administration, attendance and reception cover. Closing date is 9am Monday 23rd November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in reception, student services or secretarial support.
• Ability to support multiple functions including finance, facilities, ICT, HR, and communications.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with a professional, approachable manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient reception, student services, and secretarial support for the academy.
• Assist Finance, Facilities, ICT, HR and Communications functions.
• Support Student Services with reprographics, administration, attendance, and cover.

Skills

Reception experience

Organisation

Communication skills

Customer service

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Us

City of London Academies Trust believes strongly in the transformational nature of education operating schools in areas of significant disadvantage. We understand that strong outcomes lead to improved life chances for our students, so we are unashamedly academic and unapologetically results driven. Each of our schools adopt a ‘warm/strict’ approach, combining high expectations with care and support. Our level of care means we never compromise on standards or expectations, ensuring that no student’s background becomes a reason for lowering the bar. Our schools maintain exemplary standards of behaviour, with systems, rituals and norms that instil strong habits. As a result, our schools provide an environment where our teachers can teach, and students can learn without disruption. We take great pride in fostering an exceptionally positive learning environment and we work meticulously to maintain our strong ethos and culture.

COLAT is driven by an unwavering ambition to be the best. We believe exceptional leaders and teachers create outstanding schools, transforming lives and shaping the future of every student. We have academies located in north, south and east London, and we combine the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within our evolving Trust.

About you

You will be fully aligned with our values and ethos, understanding the vital role you play as the face of the academy and in supporting its day to day operations. Professional, approachable, and highly organised, you will provide an exceptional service to students, parents, staff, and visitors. You will contribute to a welcoming, safe, and efficient environment, ensuring that administrative systems run effectively and supporting the academy's commitment to high standards, positive relationships, and student success.

This is an exciting time to be part of the City of London Academies Trust, and we very much hope that you will be inspired to want to join us. We are committed to investing in the next generation of COLAT people who will embody the Trust’s culture, values and ethos.

Our Academy

City of London Academy Shoreditch Park opened in September 2017 and is now a full, thriving school with the highest academic outcomes in the City of London Academies Trust. We are looking for members of staff who will join our mission to continually drive up our progress 8 score of +0.37. Our long-term vision is to become the best school in the country, and to achieve this we need the best teachers and support staff in the country.

About the role

The Receptionist & Administrator will be expected to:

• Be responsible for the provision of efficient reception, student services, and secretarial functions for the academy, staff, students, and parents/carers.
• Support the academy’s finance, facilities, ICT, HR and communications functions, and assist the Student Services Manager and Vice Principal Resources.
• Support with all aspects of student services, including reprographics, administration, attendance, and reception cover.

This is an exciting time to be part of the City of London Academies Trust, and we very much hope that you will be inspired to want to join us. We are committed to investing in the next generation of COLAT people who will embody the Trust’s culture, values and ethos.

Closing date for applications is 9am Monday 23rd November 2026.

Interviews dates are to be confirmed however will take place soon after the application closing date.

City of London Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values.

Our school is based in the heart of an evolving community in Hackney , and we value the diversity of our workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

City of London Academies Trust Company Registration No. 04504128.