Relief Receptionist

Start Date: As soon as possible or September 2026

Job Weeks: 39 Weeks

Hours: Casual Contract, Variable Hours

Type: Casual, Variable Hours

Job Reference: JUN

Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale C: £12.85 to £13.05 per hour (plus holiday pay)

King Edward VII Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and reliable Receptionist with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• To undertake switchboard, receptionist and messenger duties within the school, in conjunction with other clerical staff.
• To receive and reply promptly to any telephone and other messages, dealing as appropriate with routine enquiries.
• To ensure that visitors and callers to the school are courteously and correctly received and hospitality provided as required.
• To provide a professional and welcoming service to all pupils, parents, carers, visitors, governors, stakeholders and staff.
• To undertake basic administration duties as directed by the Administration Manager.

• Good numeracy and literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
• Experience of working in a busy reception
• Experience in general clerical or administrative work
• Full competence in using ICT
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to build good working relationships with stakeholders, working well with children and adults
• Calm and courteous approach
• Good communication skills, both written and spoken
• Basic knowledge of first aid

Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.