At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our Academy, welcoming visitors and supporting students and parents.
- Company: St. Mary's Catholic Academy, a respected school fostering a supportive community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only hours, and opportunities to develop your skills.
- Other info: Enjoy a fulfilling role with career growth in a supportive educational environment.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant team and make a positive impact in a warm, welcoming environment.
- Qualifications: Excellent communication skills and a knack for multitasking in a busy setting.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
Thank you for considering St. Mary's Catholic Academy for the next stage in your career. We are seeking to appoint a committed Receptionist to support our administration team at St Mary’s. The role is offered on a full time, permanent, term time only basis and will commence in September 2026. This would be a fantastic opportunity to develop your administrative and customer service skills.
As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, students and staff, the successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who enters our Academy. You will be responsible for reception duties, answering telephone enquiries, supporting students, visitors and parents, maintaining records and providing administrative support to the wider school team.
We are looking for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to remain calm and professional in a busy environment. The successful candidate will enjoy working with people, be confident using IT systems and be able to manage a variety of tasks while maintaining a positive and welcoming approach.
St Mary’s is a highly regarded oversubscribed Catholic Academy in Blackpool in the Diocese of Lancaster. The school is very much a Catholic family where everyone works together to support and challenge one another to be the best they can be.
Safeguarding and Background Checks
- DBS
- Medical clearance
- Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number
- Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children
- A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures
- In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out
- For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out
- For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed
Closing date for applications: Monday 10th August 2026 - midday
Shortlisting date: Friday 14th August 2026
Interview date: Thursday 20th August 2026
Post Details
- Grade: NJC pay Grade B – scale point range 3 to 4
- Full time equivalent salary: £24,796.00 to £25,185.00 (pay award pending)
- Actual salary: £20,847.00 to £21,174.00
- Contract: Permanent, term time only
- Hours: 37 per week
- Start Date: 1st September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.
Receptionist employer: St Mary's Catholic Academy
St Mary’s Catholic Academy offers a nurturing and supportive environment for its staff, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration. As a Breakfast Club Assistant, you will play a vital role in shaping the mornings of our students, with opportunities for personal growth and development within a faith-based setting. Enjoy the benefits of working in a school that values your contributions and prioritises the well-being of both staff and students.
Contact Details:
St Mary's Catholic Academy Recruitment Team
