Reference: JUN20264238
Expiry date: 22:59, Fri, 10th Jul 2026
Location: Oxford
Benefits: Competitive holiday, excellent career pathways and fantastic onsite facilities
Activate Learning are looking for a Receptionist to join our ever‑expanding and busy admissions team based at City of Oxford College.
The purpose of this role is to deliver an exceptional front line customer experience, including by telephone and other digital channels, which raises the reputation of Activate Learning and sets it apart from other providers.
The role will predominantly involve meeting and greeting customers and students at reception and signing them in and working alongside the admissions team.
This is a permanent, part‑time role working 27.5 hours per week during term‑time (0.62 FTE) between 8:30‑14:00, based at our City of Oxford college campus. Though the role will be term‑time, we’re planning a start in July/August so that you’ll be prepared for the start of the new academic year.
What do you need to be successful as a receptionist at Activate Learning?
The ideal candidate will be resilient and solutions focused and able to multi‑task. The ability to input data accurately and efficiently, ensuring that records are kept up to date and changes are recorded in line with GDPR and our Privacy policies. You will be confident working independently and within a team.
Therefore, if you are highly organised, IT literate, confident, customer focused and have the ability to interact with a variety of people in person, by phone and email, we would like to hear from you!
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy.
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
- Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
- Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
- Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
- Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
- Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve‑point pay scale for teachers.
- On‑Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
Equal Opportunity
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
