Receptionist, Education ​/ Teaching

Overview

Manor Park Primary School is a happy, supportive, and ambitious school that strives to provide the best possible learning opportunities to all the children that attend. At Manor Park, we believe that every child can SOAR to success. We aim to raise aspirations, inspire a life-long love of learning and create memories to last a lifetime. We celebrate our diversity, promote equality and strive to make a positive contribution to our community.

In March 2023 OFSTED continued to judge us as GOOD overall.

We are incredibly proud of our school and the children who come here to learn and soar to success. Our school, built in 1950, is a well established part of the community and has a heritage which sees ex pupils returning as parents and even grandparents.

Our core mission is to offer our wonderful children outstanding teaching and learning experiences and the very best opportunities, in and beyond the classroom. Learning at Manor Park is innovative, fun and exciting, capturing pupils  interests and extending their knowledge and skills. We aim to raise aspirations, inspire a life-long love of learning and create memories to last a lifetime. As you explore the website, you will see the range of opportunities that our children have, and the local, national and global links we have forged.

We are particularly proud of our Manor Park University which extends and enriches our curriculum offer. In addition, our excellent pastoral care ensures that all children are nurtured and thrive in a supportive and caring environment.

A school receptionist plays a central role in ensuring smooth daily operations and acting as the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors. Their role usually includes administrative, communication, and customer service duties.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Front Desk & First Point of Contact
• Administrative Support
• Student & Parent Support
• Safety & Security
• Event & Communication Support

To assess your suitability for the role, please complete the application questions in full as they will be scored and used for shortlisting.

Visits to the school are recommended and can be arranged by emailing a_coy or by calling

Closing date - Sunday 8th March 2026 @ midnight

Interview date - Wednesday 11th March 2026

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.