School Receptionist

Bristol City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in the East Midlands seeks a personable and articulate individual to join their school office team. The successful candidate will communicate effectively and support the school's operations in a busy environment. This fixed-term role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, promoting a nurturing educational atmosphere for all students.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be personable and well-motivated.
• Ability to manage tasks in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Join the team in the school office.
• Support colleagues and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Approachable

Excellent communicator

Multi-tasking

Works well under pressure

Good team worker

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed Term to July 2026

Hours: 37 per week (Mon - Fri) term time only (38 weeks)

Salary: NJC SCP 3 (£24,796 per annum FTE) - actual salary £20,781 pa

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date for Applications: 09 November 2025

Interview Date: Thursday 13 November 2025 TBC

May Park Primary School is a diverse 3‑form entry primary school in East Central Bristol. We have an onsite nursery and SEND Resource Base for pupils with ASC or SCLN. We are committed to and enjoy providing an inspiring and fully inclusive curriculum within a nurturing environment where every child is given the opportunity to reach its full potential and is prepared to reach the next stage in their education.

We are seeking applicants to work alongside friendly, professional and supportive colleagues who bring out the best in each other. We require a well‑motivated, articulate and personable individual to join our team in the school office.

The Successful Applicant Will

• Have a range of basic computer skills
• Be approachable
• Be an excellent communicator
• Be able to multi‑task
• Work well under pressure in a busy school environment
• Be a good team worker

We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme for teachers and support staff
• Relevant learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking in our staff car park
• Extensive Trust Network
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme

Visits to the school are welcomed, please contact us to arrange. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we have enough suitable applicants.