School Receptionist - Part-time

The Reach Free School; Heronsgate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Happy, supportive working environment

Skill development opportunities

Experience in education sector

Job summary

The Reach Free School is seeking a welcoming, professional School Receptionist to join our thriving, close-knit community. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and sixth form students, helping maintain a calm, friendly atmosphere in a busy school environment.

We offer a supportive team, opportunities to develop diverse skills in a dynamic education setting, and a chance to contribute to a school with high expectations for pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in front-of-house or reception-like roles is preferred.
• Strong communication and administrative abilities are essential.
• Ability to maintain a welcoming, calm and professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, parents, staff and students as the first point of contact.
• Manage front desk tasks with accuracy and courteous communication.
• Support administrative processes and coordinate basic office duties.

Skills

Strong communication

Administrative skills

Front-of-house experience

Highly organised

Welcoming

Job description

The Reach Free School is seeking to appoint a welcoming, professional, and highly organised School Receptionist to join our thriving, close-knit community.

This is a school where every pupil is known as an individual, and every member of staff is valued for the strengths they bring. As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and sixth form students, the receptionist plays a pivotal role in maintaining the calm, friendly and approachable atmosphere that defines our school.

Whether you have experience in a front-of-house role or are looking to bring your strong communication and administrative skills to a fresh, engaging environment, you will find a supportive, collaborative team where your role is genuinely appreciated. You will be part of a school that places great emphasis on community, innovation and high expectations for both our pupils and our staff.

In return, we will offer you:

• A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards

• Opportunities to develop a broad range of skills in a vibrant and evolving environment

• Experience in an education setting which will assist with future career opportunities in the teaching profession.

The Reach Free School is a successful secondary school which celebrated its tenth anniversary in 2023. The oversubscribed school is a popular choice for local families. The school has excellent modern facilities built in 2018, right in the heart of its community. If the challenges of working in a non-selective secondary school appeal to you, then we would like to hear from you.

Further information is available from our website: www.thereachfreeschool.co.uk.

We encourage potential candidates to arrange a tour of the school. Contact The Reach Free School to arrange this or with any questions you may have on 01923 711517 or via email to Mrs Keri McKay, HR Officer, [e-mail].

Safer Recruitment

The Reach Free School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure we fulfil this responsibility, all candidates will undergo a thorough selection process designed to deter and identify unsuitable applicants. Details of this process are outlined below. Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact the school.

Disclosure

This role involves significant access to children, and any appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for previous criminal convictions. Candidates must disclose any convictions, cautions, or bind-overs, including ‘spent convictions’ as defined under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020), prior to appointment. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in termination of employment. However, a criminal background will not automatically exclude individuals from employment; each case will be considered based on the nature and timing of the offence(s).

Online searches

Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) requires schools to conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of the suitability assessment process. The school will also carry out a prohibition-from-teaching check. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of your employment.