At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our busy reception, welcoming visitors and supporting daily admin tasks.
- Company: Join a supportive team in a vibrant educational environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, pension contributions, health plans, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible professional development and a commitment to safeguarding children.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on students and families while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in reception or admin, with strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 35892 £ per year.
Opening Details
- Start: ASAP – September 2026 (depending on pre‑employment checks)
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: 37.5 hrs per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only plus inset days). Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm (with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break)
- Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 9th August 2026
- Interviews: August 2026 – date TBC
About the role
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, professional and experienced Receptionist/Admin Assistant to support the busy Academies reception. The role involves providing a friendly first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers and students, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with daily administrative tasks. First Aid training will be undertaken within the first three months of employment.
About you
- Be an experienced Receptionist or administration assistant.
- Show high professionalism and excellent communication skills when interacting with visitors, parents/carers, and students.
- Demonstrate very good organisational and administrative skills and maintain thorough, accurate records.
- Be proactive and solution‑focused.
We can offer you
- The opportunity to work as part of a supportive team.
- One personal day every academic year.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme – 23.6 % contribution on top of your contribution.
- Occupational sick pay.
- Health‑care cash plan and rewards scheme after six months of service.
- Continuous, flexible professional development tailored to your needs.
- Competitive maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits.
Important information
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
Receptionist in Bournemouth employer: Avonbourne-Boys
Join our vibrant educational community as a Receptionist, where you will be the welcoming face for students, parents, and visitors. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that values professional development, offering tailored training opportunities and generous benefits such as a Local Government Pension Scheme and health-care cash plan. With a commitment to safeguarding and a focus on employee well-being, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the success of our academies while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule during term time.
