Receptionist – 27.5 hpw (Term Time Only)
£26,847 pa pro rata (£13.91ph)
Work Pattern: 08.00am to 1.30pm - Monday to Friday
Are you organised, welcoming, and passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Bamburgh School is seeking a School Receptionist to join our friendly team. You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and pupils, playing a vital role in our busy school community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing a professional and friendly reception service, taking pride in our front of house area and our school reception
- Managing all visitors with a strong emphasis on safeguarding
- Handling incoming and outgoing calls, accurately relaying messages
- Supporting staff and pupil queries efficiently and sensitively
- Dealing sensitively and professionally with our whole school community, including pupils, parents/carers, staff, and visitors
- Ensuring the smooth running of our reception and administrative functions
You’ll need to be someone who takes pride in creating a welcoming, well-organised front of house area and who can interact with sensitivity and professionalism with all members of our school community.
We’re looking for someone with experience in a busy environment, excellent organisational skills, and a genuine understanding of the needs of a busy school. Ideally, you will be familiar with safeguarding procedures and visitor management.
Why join Bamburgh School?
- Be part of a supportive and dedicated team
- Make a real difference in the lives of our pupils and families
Bamburgh School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Bamburgh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.
Further information is available from Mrs C Scott, Senior Office Administrator on (0191) 4274330.
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
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Closing date: Noon, Monday 2 November 2026
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Receptionist – 27.5 hpw (Term Time Only) (Bamburgh School) employer: South Tyneside Council
South Tyneside Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With opportunities for professional growth and development within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to safeguarding children and families. The flexible working hours and competitive salary package further enhance the appeal of this rewarding role in South Tyneside.
