Receptionist/Clerical Assistant - Newlands Primary School

Overview

Could you be the Receptionist Assistant we are looking for? Are you a hardworking, enthusiastic professional who enjoys working with children and loves working in a team where every day brings a new challenge?

Newlands Primary School is seeking to recruit two part-time Receptionist Assistants. These are two separate positions, but we would also consider appointing one person to cover both roles.

Roles and hours

• Morning role: 8:00am – 10:00/10:30am, Monday to Friday (term time only) Finish time negotiable
• Afternoon role: 2:00/2:30pm – 4:30pm, Wednesday to Friday (term time only) Start time negotiable

Location and team

Join a successful, hardworking and friendly team. Working in a primary school requires flexibility, adaptability and a good sense of humour. Confidentiality is a key element of this post.

Safeguarding and requirements

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure.

Visit information

Visits to school are welcomed. Please call the school office and request a tour with Mrs McPhee our School Business Manager on 02380 773363.

Salary and hours

Salary (Grade 4, SCP5, FTE £24,790)

• Morning role (10–12.5 hrs per week): Actual salary £5,746 – £7,183
• Afternoon role (6–7.5 hrs per week): Actual salary £3,448 – £4,309

These are two separate positions, but if one person were appointed to cover both roles, the salaries would be combined.

Requirements and qualifications

• Experience of working in an office or reception role is desirable but full training will be given.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility, adaptability and a good sense of humour are important when working in a primary school environment.