School Reception & Office - Maternity Cover - Term Time

Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision is seeking a calm, welcoming and highly organised School Receptionist/ Office administrator to be the first point of contact for our school community.

This is a key role within our provision, requiring a professional who understands the importance of creating a safe, supportive and well‑managed environment for pupils who may have experienced barriers to mainstream education.

• Provide a friendly, professional front‑of‑house service to pupils, staff, parents/carers and visitors
• Manage incoming calls, emails and visitor sign‑in procedures in line with safeguarding requirements
• Support attendance processes, including daily registers and communication with families
• Carry out general administrative duties, including record keeping and data entry
• Work closely with senior leaders and support staff to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Remain calm, patient and professional in a busy and sometimes challenging environment
• Be highly organised, with good IT and administrative skills
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding
• Ideally have experience working in a school or similar setting (although this is not essential)

Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision is committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive environment where pupils are supported to re‑engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes. You will be part of a dedicated, supportive team who share a strong commitment to pupil wellbeing and safeguarding.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.