At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage front of house, answer calls, and handle general admin duties.
- Company: Join Hazel Leys Academy, a community-focused educational institution.
- Benefits: Enjoy a generous benefits package, including professional development and free parking.
- Other info: Fixed term 6-month contract with potential for early interviews.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the lives of children while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Excellent communication, customer service skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29000 £ per year.
We are looking for a maternity cover Receptionist to join our team here at Hazel Leys! We are seeking to appoint an experienced, pro‑active, well‑organised and resilient Receptionist to join us for on a fixed term 6 month contract. With responsibility for managing the front of house area, answering and directing calls and emails to the Academy and general administration duties.
Qualifications / Requirements
- Possess excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Be resilient whilst maintaining the professional image of the Academy at all times.
- Be able to demonstrate your ability to prioritise your own workload.
- Have the ability to effectively organise, prioritise and remain calm under pressure.
- Be flexible in approach to your role.
- Have excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
Working hours
7.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Thursday and 7.30am to 3pm on a Friday with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.
About us
Hazel Leys Academy, part of the Greenwood Academies Trust, is based close to the centre of Corby and has a long and strong history of serving the local community and of teaching generations of families. Children from Nursery through to Year 6 learn in an environment that engages, focuses and inspires them to do well.
In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people. Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package:
- A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace.
- A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues.
- A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it.
- Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider.
- Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review.
- Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone.
- Eye tests & Spectacles Discount.
- Family friendly policies and time off for dependants.
- Dedicated ECT support programme.
- Access to savings in childcare costs.
- Generous annual leave allocation.
- Automatic pay progression.
- Free parking on all sites.
- Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff.
- Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders.
If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre‑employment checks are in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation. All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Receptionist Maternity Cover employer: Hazel Leys Academy
At Hazel Leys Academy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our staff. Located in the heart of Corby, we offer a supportive work culture with a strong emphasis on professional development, including opportunities for CPD and mental health training. Our generous benefits package, including a public sector pension scheme and family-friendly policies, reflects our commitment to the well-being of our employees as they play a vital role in shaping the future of our community.
