Business Support Assistant: Receptionist

Business Support Assistant – Reception
Lilian Baylis Technology School

Location: Vauxhall, London (Inner City)

Salary: Scale 4, Points 7-10 (£27,629–£28,842)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: 39 weeks per year (Term Time Only)

Lilian Baylis Technology School is a vibrant, mixed, 11-18 multicultural community school housed in a modern building in Vauxhall. Our diversity is our greatest strength. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, welcoming environment where students feel truly represented, both in our curriculum and across the wider school community. As the first face people see when they walk through our doors, you will play a vital role in maintaining this warm, "home-like" atmosphere.

We are seeking a friendly, organized, and proactive Business Support Assistant (Reception) to join our administrative team. In this role, you will be the heart of the school’s front office—acting as the first point of contact for visitors, guests, and staff members seeking assistance.

Working under the guidance of the Office Manager, you will balance a warm, courteous welcome with efficient administrative support.

• Reception & Hospitality: Provide a professional, friendly welcome to all visitors, manage the switchboard and incoming calls, and assist staff with daily enquiries.
• Administrative Support: Assist the Office Manager with essential admin duties, including photocopying, filing, and data entry.
• First Aid: Undertake first aid duties (training provided) to support student and staff well-being.
• Special Projects: Lead and manage specific designated areas of responsibility as guided by the Office Manager.
• Safeguarding: Maintain a strict regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, consistently following all school and Local Authority child protection policies.

• A welcoming, professional, and patient demeanor.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a bustling school environment.
• A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the welfare of young people.

Lilian Baylis Technology School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.