What skills and experience we're looking for
Our school is part of the Blackdown Education Partnership, we believe that our schools should sit at the heart of our communities; that there are no limits to what our children and young people can achieve; and that they should be great places to work and learn.
We are incredibly proud of our Trust and the schools within it. Strong partnerships, collaboration and generosity are the bonds which underpin our collective mission to provide great education for all children no matter what their starting point or their background.
The Castle School requires a full-time Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to work in the school reception and provide administrative support in the main office. This post is on Grade 15 (NJC points 3-4), equivalent to £18,971 per annum. The hours of work are 8:15am - 4:15pm Monday to Thursday and 8:15am - 3:45pm on Fridays.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer the successful candidate a professional and supportive working environment where no two days are ever the same, with opportunities for training and career development.
We require someone who has a proven knowledge and experience of Microsoft packages including Word and Excel. In addition, you should have an excellent telephone manner, good communication skills, can demonstrate attention to detail and ideally have experience of working in a busy office or school environment.
In addition to the above, the school Receptionists/Admin Assistants help to provide First Aid in the absence of the Welfare Officer or to assist at busy periods. Full training will be given and a First Aid Allowance (approximately £215 per annum) is payable for this role.
Further details about the role
A full job description and application pack is available from
All applications should be made by completing the application form available, including evidence of how you meet the person specification for the role and should be submitted by 9am on the closing date.
Further details are available within the job description and person specification.
Closing date: Monday 23rd September 2024 at 9:00am
Interviews: Tuesday 1st October 2024
Commitment to safeguarding
The Castle Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosures.