At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our school, supporting students and families daily.
- Company: Join The Beacon School, part of a thriving Multi-Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Join a supportive community focused on growth and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Great communication skills and a knack for organisation are key.
The predicted salary is between 20573 - 21036 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as a Receptionist and Attendance Assistant, playing a key role at the heart of our school community.
If you are passionate about supporting young people, enjoy being a welcoming and reliable first point of contact, and are committed to contributing to students’ wellbeing and daily school experience, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Your opportunity
This role offers the chance to become the welcoming first point of contact for our school community, providing a professional and friendly reception experience for parents, visitors, and students. You will play a key part in ensuring the school office runs smoothly and efficiently, supporting the day‐to‐day needs of staff and families. With responsibility for delivering high‐quality administrative support and contributing to student welfare, you will help create an organised, caring, and responsive environment. In addition, you will take ownership of accurate attendance management, including completing attendance data analysis that supports the school’s wider safeguarding and pastoral priorities. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact at the heart of our school.
What we are looking for
- Enjoy working as part of a team with a flexible, adaptable approach
- Able to organise and prioritise your own tasks in a busy school environment
- Possess excellent interpersonal qualities for effective communication
- Confident using IT to support school operations
- Experience with a School Management Information System is advantageous
About The Beacon School
The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust. We proudly serve our local community and are, once again, oversubscribed with student applicants. Our core purpose is to strive for exceptional student progress and wellbeing. Our teaching staff are well-supported in developing an outstanding curriculum alongside a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities. We know that we get the best out of all our staff when we invest in them. Staff are trusted and their professional development is a key priority. Colleagues have access to an extensive programme of internal and external training opportunities and being part of one of the largest trusts in the country ensures our colleagues’ excellent career opportunities. The school is an exciting and innovative place to work.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish.
- Access to our highly competitive Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
- Start Date: September 2026
- Salary: Associate 2.1 - 2.10 £23,914 - £24,452
- Actual Salary: £20,573.07 - £21,035.91
- Hours: 36hrs a week - Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm (term time 39 weeks per year)
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Closing Date: Thursday 9th July at 9.30am
- Interview Date: TBC
GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible. We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date. Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.
Receptionist and Attendance Assistant in Banstead employer: Thebeaconschool
The Beacon School is an exceptional employer located in Banstead, Surrey, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working options, and a focus on employee wellbeing, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying a rewarding career within a thriving Multi-Academy Trust. Join us to be part of a community that prioritises respect, inclusivity, and integrity, ensuring that every member feels a sense of belonging.
