Receptionist and Clerical Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Loughborough; Presencial; GBP 15.000 - 22.000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da vaga

St Botolph’s CE Primary School in Shepshed is seeking a part-time Receptionist/Clerical Assistant to join its busy office team. You will greet visitors, answer calls and help with basic clerical tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.

The successful candidate will be team-focused, have a good telephone manner and be committed to professional development within a supportive school environment.

Qualificações

• Able to work well in a team and be enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable.
• Liaise effectively with parents and build good relationships with children and families.
• Basic ability to use standard office equipment and phones.

Responsabilidades

• Be the first point of contact for visitors and callers.
• Provide a welcoming and efficient service to the school community.
• Undertake basic clerical duties to support the busy office during peak times.

Conhecimentos

Teamwork

Customer service

Telephone manners

Office equipment use

Ferramentas

Office equipment usage

Descrição da vaga

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in “an ambitious school where pupils and staff are united in the belief that each new day brings endless possibilities?” (Ofsted, Nov 21)We are seeking to appoint a:

RECEPTIONIST/CLERICAL ASSISTANT

Contract: - Initially offered on a fixed term basis until 9th July 2027Hours: Monday 12:30pm - 4:00pm, Tuesday 8:00am - 4:00pm (30 minute lunch), Wednesday 12:30pm - 4:00pm, Thursday 12:30pm - 4:00pm and Friday 12:30pm - 4:00pmGrade: 4 (£13.38/hour)Interviews: Week commencing Monday 16th November 2026

JOB OVERVIEW:

St Botolph’s CE Primary School is looking for a friendly member to join our busy office team. You would be the first point of contact for visitors and callers to the school, providing a welcoming and efficient service; and would undertake basic clerical duties to support the smooth running of the general office at the busiest times of the school day.

WHY CHOOSE US:

We are a popular, vibrant and friendly school. We are a very inclusive school, where everybody is welcome and where children are at the heart of everything we do. Our school is set in a shared campus in the heart of Shepshed. We moved to out current ‘flagship’ building in February 2022 and have been growing ever since. We work very closely with the BeSkilled collaborative.; a local group of 8 Primary Schools. You will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and friendly team and have access to a range of CPD.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• friendly, well behaved and motivated children
• supportive, friendly, highly trained staff and governors
• an attractive, positive working environment
• a commitment to your own professional development
• a close network of collaborative schools;

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL:

• Be able to work well in a team; be enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable;
• Be able to liaise effectively with parents and build excellent relationships with children and their families;
• Have a basic ability to use standard office equipment;
• Show good customer service and interpersonal skills;
• Have a good telephone manner;
• Be willing to undertake professional development.

Safeguarding Statement

St Botolph’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; identification and Right to Work in the UK will be required, references will be sought, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check) and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, available on request. We actively support the government's Prevent Agenda and have policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy. As part of our due diligence, an online search will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates. Further details regarding this process will be provided as part of the recruitment process.

Governors are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from under-represented groups.