School Receptionist & Front Desk | 37h/w, 39 weeks

Inspiration Trust Ltd; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS saving scheme

Health plan

Cycle-to-work

Salary sacrifice options

Free parking

CPD programmes

Induction programme

Job summary

King Edward VII Academy in King’s Lynn is seeking a friendly receptionist to manage front-desk operations and support clerical tasks. You will greet pupils, parents and visitors, answer calls, and assist with basic administration in a busy school environment.

The role is full-time, 37 hours per week over 5 days, 39 weeks per year, starting November 2026. It offers generous terms, LGPS, health plan, parking and a structured induction.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE Maths and English) are required.
• Experience in general clerical or administrative work and using ICT is important.

Responsibilities

• To undertake switchboard, receptionist and messenger duties within the school, in conjunction with other clerical staff.
• To receive and reply promptly to any telephone and other messages, dealing as appropriate with routine enquiries.
• To ensure that visitors and callers to the school are courteously and correctly received and hospitality provided as required.
• To undertake administration duties as directed by the line manager.
• To support academy events as required.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Numeracy

Literacy

Clerical experience

ICT skills

Teamwork

Reception experience

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

King Edward VII Academy in King’s Lynn is seeking a friendly receptionist to manage front-desk operations and support clerical tasks. You will greet pupils, parents and visitors, answer calls, and assist with basic administration in a busy school environment.

The role is full-time, 37 hours per week over 5 days, 39 weeks per year, starting November 2026. It offers generous terms, LGPS, health plan, parking and a structured induction.