Receptionist - Ysgol Gyfun

We are looking for a Receptionist to join the team at Ysgol Gyfun Emlyn, Newcastle Emlyn. The role requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organisational and administrative abilities, and the ability to communicate in Welsh.

Position:
Receptionist

Location:

Newcastle Emlyn
Contract type:
Permanent (Term Time Only)
Contract hours: 35 per week (full‑time salary quoted on a 37‑hour basis)
Hourly rate: £13.45 (including Real Living Wage Supplement)

• Provide a friendly and welcoming reception for visitors, parents, and staff.
• Handle telephone and email enquiries and direct calls appropriately.
• Maintain organised filing systems and documentation.
• Support administrative tasks such as data entry, record keeping and correspondence.
• Assist with safeguarding, welfare and attendance procedures.

• Good conversational Welsh is essential;
  Level 3 is required and training will be provided if needed.
• Previous experience in a receptionist or front‑line role is desirable.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure.
• Valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) is mandatory.

• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave with the option to purchase additional days.
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support.
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression.
• Staff discount schemes and cycle‑to‑work incentives.
• Flexible working arrangements and family‑friendly policies.

We adopt an ‘anonymous recruitment’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Closing date: 24 July 2026, 13:30