Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

Salary:
Support Staff Pay Scale C: £22,401 to £22,752 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£25,614 - £26,016 full time/full year equivalent)

Permanent

Full Time - 37 hours per week over 5 days from Monday to Friday (Between 8am and 4pm)

Working Weeks: 39 weeks

Start Date:
November 2026

This role will be based at King Edward VII Academy, Gaywood Road, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 2QB
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King Edward VII Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and reliable Receptionist with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support front-desk operations. The successful candidate will provide a professional and welcoming service to all pupils, parents, visitors and staff, as well as to undertake basic administration duties to a high standard.

• 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 undertake administration duties as directed by the line manager.
• To support academy events as required.

The successful candidate will have strong communication and problem-solving skills, attention to details, and a friendly attitude. You will also be able to work on your own initiative as well as the wider admin team.

• Good numeracy and literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
• 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
• Experience of working in a busy reception
• Basic knowledge of first aid

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

King Edward VII Academy is a large, diverse, and comprehensive 11-18 school with a rich and prestigious history. Thousands of students have walked the halls of this magnificent building, all in pursuit of the excellence that the academy continues to strive for today.

In October 2024, Ofsted rated King Edward VII Academy and Sixth Form as Good overall, recognising the rapid positive changes across the school. Inspectors highlighted the academy’s ambition and high standards: "The school expects high standards of pupils’ work and behaviour. It reminds pupils that every minute counts in meeting these standards. Pupils are rising to…