At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our prestigious Film School and handle enquiries with flair.
- Company: Join the UK's longest established conservatoire for filmmakers in vibrant Covent Garden.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days leave, a pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from under-represented groups.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a creative environment while supporting future filmmakers.
- Qualifications: A levels or equivalent, strong admin skills, and customer service experience required.
The predicted salary is between 37035 - 45265 £ per year.
About LFS
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Facilities team at Britain’s longest established and world-famous conservatoire for filmmakers. The school, now in its 70th anniversary year, is based in Covent Garden in the heart of London.
LFS alumni include famous veterans (Mike Leigh, Michael Mann, Tak Fujimoto, Ann Hui) and famous younger filmmakers including Carla Simon, Oliver Hermanus, Babak Jalali, and the creator of End of the F**king World, Jonathan Entwistle.
LFS is one of only two film schools in the UK to have been awarded ‘world leading’ specialist provider institution status and funding from the Office for Students.
Job Summary
This is a great opportunity for you to be the first point of contact for visitors to our prestigious Film School. You will deal with all general enquiries, whether face-to-face in the busy reception, via phone or email and will operate the School’s multiline switchboard. You will also provide administrative support to the Facilities Management, Human Resources and Student Registry departments, act as a secondary building key-holder to the Facilities Manager and also a Fire Marshall, in the event of a building evacuation being necessary.
As a confident communicator, you will be comfortable working with academic and professional services staff, students and external stakeholders.
The successful candidate for this interesting and varied role will be educated to A level standard or equivalent, have excellent administrative and communication skills, together with experience working on reception in a customer facing post. The ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment, plus experience using Microsoft 365 and excellent MS Office skills are essential. Experience of working in a similar role within the arts and/or higher education will be an advantage.
We offer a competitive staff benefits package including 30 days leave per annum (pro rata for part-time staff), employer matched contributory pension scheme (4%), season ticket and hardship loan schemes, professional development, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and a suite of family-friendly policies.
LFS is an equal opportunities employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we especially encourage applications from people who identify as disabled and/or identify as LGBTQIA, Black, Asian or are from minority ethnic backgrounds as these groups are under-represented at LFS.
We offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Our six values are:
- Innovation & Excellence
- Inclusivity & Respect
- Feedback & Collaboration
- Empathy, Accountability & Integrity
- Safe & Inclusive Spaces
- Kindness
Applicants must be able to provide proof of their ongoing right to live and work in the UK.
Reception & Administrative Support Officer employer: LONDON FILM SCHOOL
The London Film School is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Covent Garden, where creativity meets finance. With competitive benefits such as 30 days of leave and a matched pension scheme, we prioritise employee well-being and growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment.
