Receptionist & Admin Assistant

Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Multi Academy is seeking a Receptionist & Admin Assistant. This is a permanent position, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks a year (term time + INSET days), with a salary range of £24,796-£25,583 FTE, pro-rata (£21,256-£21,931). The start date is ASAP.

St Peter’s Catholic School is a popular, oversubscribed and successful school, committed to academic and pastoral excellence. The role involves providing a first-class reception service and pastoral administrative support for the school. We are looking for someone who is calm under pressure, has excellent communication skills, and is continually customer-focused. The ability to manage a varied workload, along with a friendly, positive, and approachable manner is essential.

The post holder will need to be confident and professional in liaising with staff, pupils, parents, and contractors/visitors. The role involves processing visitors on a busy reception whilst applying stringent safeguarding procedures. Training will be provided. Previous experience of working in an educational setting is desirable but not essential. Providing support with first aid, after training.

For further information regarding this post, or if you would be interested in a school visit, please contact Mrs Jennie Pate, Headteacher's PA at patej@st-peters.solihull.sch.uk or 0121 703 8304.

Closing Date: Friday 25th September 2026 at 9.00am

Shortlisting: Friday 25th September 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 28th September 2026

St Peter's Catholic School, part of Our Lady and All Saints Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, Medical Clearance, and where applicable a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes.

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

Please note the MAC reserve the right to change this date. We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Therefore, should you wish to apply for this post, you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.