We are looking to appoint a highly reliable, efficient and adaptable Receptionist to be part of our highly regarded support team, which aims to provide an outstanding administrative service in all areas of the school.
The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for all visitors to the school and must be highly personable with excellent communication both written and verbal. Other administrative duties may be required to support our busy administrative team.
We are seeking someone who:
• Is positive and friendly.
• Enjoys working as a team.
• Offers enthusiasm and energy to the role.
• Has excellent IT skills.
• Has high standards of communication (written, face to face, telephone), with an excellent eye for detail and accuracy.
• Is able to organise and prioritise workload.
• Has a knowledge of BROMCOM – although this is not essential, training will be given.
• Ideally has previous school experience, but this is not essential.
All employees of the school are expected to contribute to the wider life of the school community and candidates should be mindful of this when applying for the position.
We reserve the right to interview early should a suitable candidate apply.
Thank you for taking the time to consider this vacancy. If you would like more information, please call the school office.
Further details about the school can be found on our website:
Benefits include:
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site Parking
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
If you are interested in this post and would like an informal discussion, please contact Jo Manning at joanne.manning@swale.at or 01233 614600.
Applications should be made via Kent Teach, or by submitting a completed application form directly to joanne.manning@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2)
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Interview Dates: w/c 10/03/2025
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.