School: Swindon AcademyJob Title: Evening ReceptionistRequired: ASAPSalary: from £8,353 per annum, pro rata to full time equivalent of £24,203 per annumHours: Monday to Friday, between the hours of 16:30-19:30, term time only Swindon Academy is looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic Evening Receptionist. In this exciting role, the successful candidate will provide an outstanding front of house and customer service to all stakeholders of the Academy whilst ensuring the safety of all staff and students.
This is an interesting and wide-ranging role, which will be suited to an adaptable and detail-oriented individual. Candidates must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be flexible to change and be able to manage a diverse, but interesting and enjoyable workload. The successful candidates will be people-focused, have a positive outlook and be able to build strong relationships. The ideal candidate will:Be educated to a good standard and have a minimum of good GCSE levelHave relevant administrative and customer facing experience Have experience of using data/ information systems, spreadsheets and word processingHave experience of day to day use of Microsoft Office (including Word and Excel)Have experience of working with young people (age 11 to 16) or within schools, working with students and parentsHave experience of working successfully as part of a team which plans workload and has to respond to situations which ariseHave ability to use initiative and problem solveAbility to relate well to both children and adults; able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, their families, colleagues and other professionalsDemonstrate tact and sensitivity where appropriateHave excellent customer service skills; ability to relate well to parents and prospective pupils In return we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a hard-working, yet fun environment that is making a difference to young peoples’ future prospects. In this ever-changing role you will be encouraged to share your skills and be part of our growth and development. Swindon Academy opened in September 2007 with a commitment to raise standards and create new opportunities for generations of students in Swindon. The academy has made incredible progress since opening, with a growing reputation in the local community for high expectations, an innovative curriculum, and firm discipline. We enjoy the benefits of being part of a 2-18 Academy, with opportunities to share good practice and collaborate with colleagues across every phase of education.You will be joining the academy at a very exciting time in its development and will benefit from working in a fast paced and innovative environment, making a significant difference to the lives of children and young people. Additional Information Swindon Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people therefore there is an expectation that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS disclosure (formerly known as an enhanced CRB disclosure). For more information or to visit the school, please contact Karen Wright - Principal on email removed. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early in light of a large response. Due to the high volume of applications received, the School is unable to provide individual feedback on why an application is unsuccessful. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Why choose us We pride ourselves on a team of staff who are supportive, friendly and dedicated to providing the very best teaching and learning for our students. Staff across the academies set a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement for students which, in turn, is reflected in the emphasis we place on continuing professional development (CPD) for our staff. We have made significant, sustained progress at GCSE and are proud to be the top performing school in Swindon for progress over the last six years. United Learning Swindon Academy is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life changing education to children and young people across England. As a Group, we can reward our staff better: with good career opportunities, better pay, benefits, and ultimately, the satisfaction of helping children to succeed. We invest in our staff wellbeing. Our academies each have at least eight INSET days per year (with three of those solely dedicated to planning), and an ongoing group-wide wellbeing programme. It's an ethos we call ‘the best in everyone’.