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Salary: NJC 8, FTE £25,992 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 7.45 am - 4.00pm term time + 2 weeks
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP

A rare term-time only (other than 2 weeks) receptionist role for an Outstanding school.

Your new school

Percy Shurmer Academy is a large two-form entry primary academy who currently have 450 pupils aged from 3 to 11 which also include 39 children in the Nursery and 22 deaf pupils in our Deaf Learning Base (DLB). The school is led by an ambitious and dedicated Principle, Mrs Sharon Burke who has been with the school since 2015 She has established a strong and personable team and in 2023 were graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted who recognised ''parents are overwhelmingly positive about the quality of education their children receive.''. They are now looking for an enthusiastic receptionist to join our team.

Your new role
The school is a vibrant and very busy school with a friendly culture and you will play an integral role by managing our busy reception to ensure everything runs as efficiently as possible. You will ultimately be at the heart of the school community and most people's first point of contact. Some of your duties will include answering calls promptly, managing the visitor system and schools inbox, updating pupils attendance and absences whilst following the safeguarding procedures.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a personable and welcoming individual with experience of working in a busy reception environment. You will be able to multitask with an eye for detail whilst prioritising accordingly. You'll be able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils and parents and understand the importance of your role in the school.

We offer you
Hours: This is a rare term-time only role (other than 2 weeks)
Training: Continuous growth and development training opportunities across 57 Lift Schools.
Generous benefits: From your LGPS to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible no ideally you will be on no more than four week notice. This is a permanent position.

Closing date; Friday 10th January 2025
Interview date; Friday 17th January 2025

Please don't wait for the closing date as we will be monitoring applications as they come in

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria