Ponteland High School
Headteacher: Stefan McElwee
The Crescent,
Callerton Lane, Ponteland
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE20 9EG
Tel: 01661 824711
Email: phs@ponthigh.org.uk
We have the following vacancy:
Required from March 2025
School Receptionist/Administrator
37 hours per week - term time only plus 5 days
Band 3 (actual salary £21,389 - £21,728)
Ponteland High School is looking to appoint a receptionist to join our very busy school reception area and provide a range of administrative services in an ever changing environment.
This post will suit someone who is/has:
* professional, well organised and friendly
* able to deal with matters sensitively and confidentially
* an excellent telephone manner
* ability to take concise messages and pass them across to the appropriate person
* the ability to work on their own initiative and willingness to go the extra mile for our students
* competent using a range of computer programmes (experience of using SIMS would be helpful)
* able to deliver first aid and oversee medicines within school (statutory first aid at work training can be provided)
The successful candidate will also need to be able to remain calm under pressure and demonstrate an ability to prioritise workload through being highly organised. Our reception staff provide the first impression for our school to visitors, staff and students alike. It is therefore essential that our staff are approachable, friendly and able to engage with a full range of people.
Our students make our school special; they are enthusiastic, talented and motivated to do well. We want the best for them and are looking to appoint a colleague who will add significant value to our school and support us in the drive to become truly outstanding.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service
How to apply:
1. Go to the school’s home page,
2. Go to ‘About’ then scroll down the list to ’Vacancies’ to download the information
3. Email your application form and accompanying letter (no more than two sides of A4) to c.barker@ponthigh.org.uk by 3.00pm on 17th February 2025.