Receptionist

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Receptionist to join our busy office team and support the provision of an effective and efficient administration service across the Academy. support the provision of an effective and efficient administration service across the Academy. You will be responsible for general duties in our main Reception, including working in the main office and on student reception as required.

The successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills, organisational and IT skills with experience of administrative work and Microsoft Office packages, including Excel, Word and Outlook. In addition, excellent interpersonal skills are essential to this role, as it requires regular contact and liaison with parents, staff and students.

Previous experience of working within a similar environment would be an advantage. However, full training will be provided.

The ideal candidate will have

• Experience of working in the education sector.
• Experience of working on a reception.
• Experience of data input and management.
• Excellent ICT skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and with a high level of detail.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Free on-site car parking and secure cycle store
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & Wellbeing services
• Occupational sick pay

Commitment to safeguarding

Sir Robert Pattinson Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all of its pupils. Each pupil’s welfare is of paramount importance. We recognise that some children may be especially vulnerable to abuse. We recognise that children who are abused or neglected may find it difficult to develop a sense of self-worth and to view the world in a positive way. We will always take a considered and sensitive approach in order that we can support all of our pupils