Receptionist/ Administrator

LeighAcademiesTrust; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free virtual GP Service 24/7

Collaborative MAT network

LAT benefits

Job summary

Leigh Academy Tonbridge is seeking a Receptionist/Administrator to be the welcoming face of our academy and to drive administrative operations. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors, setting the tone for the community.

The role is permanent, 37.5 hours/week, Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:00pm, with Local Government Pension Scheme benefits and additional LAT perks.

Qualifications

• Organised, friendly and proactive individuals preferred.
• Experience greeting visitors and handling phones is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and greet visitors to create a positive first impression.
• Support daily administrative operations and maintain effective communications across the academy.

Skills

Organised

Friendly

Proactive

Phone handling

Job description

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Are you an organised, friendly, and proactive individual looking to make a difference in a thriving educational environment? Leigh Academy Tonbridge is seeking a Receptionist/Administrator to be the welcoming face of our academy and a driving force behind our administrative operations.

As the first point of contact for our academy, you won't just answer phones and greet visitors - you’ll set the tone for our entire community. You’ll be the welcoming smile that brightens a student's morning, the friendly voice that supports our parents, and the central hub that keeps our academy running like clockwork. From managing essential daily communications to showcasing our school's proudest moments on social media, your role will be vital, varied, and truly valued.

This is a permanent role, working 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm), Term Time + 2 weeks inset and offers an actual salary of 22,648 - £23,261 per annum (£25,331 - £26,016 full-time equivalent).

Working with us at Leigh Academy Tonbridge

Leigh Academy Tonbridge is a thriving, high-performing school community built on strong values of integrity, courage, and imagination. With a rich legacy from Hayesbrook Academy and a growing co-educational intake, we offer a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student is known, supported and challenged to succeed.

Our small school model creates a culture of high expectations, exceptional behaviour, and strong relationships-recognised by Ofsted in 2022, which praised our students' exceptional behaviour and attitudes and highlighted our relentless focus on raising standards. Staff are proud to work here, and benefit from a collaborative, supportive culture and clear commitment to professional growth.

With disruption-free classrooms, a digital curriculum, and a strong academic and pastoral ethos, we equip students with the knowledge, values, and skills to thrive in the modern world. Whether you're starting out or looking for your next challenge, you'll be joining a team united by purpose-driven to make a lasting difference.

Join us on our mission to shape the future with imagination and integrity. To find out more about Leigh Academy Tonbridge, please click here.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves regulated activity relevant to children, and it is a criminal offence for anyone barred from engaging in regulated activity with children to apply for this position.

We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates, and you can read more about our approach on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role, regardless of any protected characteristics, which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices, and not discriminating on any grounds.