School Receptionist

Your Opportunity

We offer an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated receptionist to join our team. The successful candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be the first point of contact for all visitors to the school.

Aureus School is looking to appoint a hard-working and motivated individual who will ensure efficient reception and administrative support that delivers a high-quality service to the school community and meets key deadlines. This is a busy and varied role for someone who is pleasant and welcoming and has the capacity to remain calm and cope with the unexpected.

• An excellent communicator.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to working as part of a team.
• Someone who is passionate about our students’ learning and welfare.
• A willingness to be part of the wider school community.

Aureus School is an 11-16 co-educational comprehensive school. In its most recent Ofsted inspection (October 2024), Aureus School was graded good in all areas. We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our approach is driven by a belief in a comprehensive education centred around high expectations for all. As a community, we believe in creating a learning environment that is both engaging and exciting, with an education that challenges our students to think critically and push boundaries.

There is no limit to what our students can achieve, and we provide the necessary support and resources so that everyone can succeed.

As a purpose-built school, opened in 2017, Aureus has brand new technology using the latest equipment to enhance the students' learning experience. Our mission is simple:
Cultivating ambition; high standards for all. We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment that empowers all of our students to succeed. Our vision and core values of Ambition, Resilience and Respect guide every aspect of our educational journey, ensuring that each student’s experience is marked by excellence, ambition and unwavering high standards.

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 Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 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 has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish.

• Access to our highly competitive Local 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.

• Start Date:
  
  13th April 2026
• Salary: £23,651 FTE, Actual Salary: £15,260
• Hours:
  
  27 hours a week, Monday - Friday (39 weeks incl. INSET)
• Closing Date: 10th March at 9.30am
• Interview Date: TBC