Receptionist

Term Time Only (39 Weeks)

Are you an experienced Receptionist? If so, apply today.

The Headteacher and Governors of the Hammersmith Academy Trust invite applications for the Receptionist post at this innovative 11-18 Academy.  Sponsored by City of London Livery Companies the Mercers’ Company and the Information Technologists’ Company, the Academy opened in September 2011 to Year 7 and Year 12 students and has grown to 853 on roll by 2018.

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates with the appropriate skills, vision and desire to work at the Academy, where expectations are high and there is a strong focus on student achievement.

Specific Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors to the Academy in a professional and inclusive manner, providing a helpful and efficient response to all queries and requests from visitors, students and staff and manage all calls and take accurate messages.
• Deal with queries from parents and students and direct them accordingly. 
• Assist the Office Manager with administrative tasks including typing, reprographics, paperwork regarding trips etc.
• Liaise effectively with all members of the admin team to provide continuity throughout the school day.
• Provide First Aid support to students and staff – if First Aid trained.

Due to the small school nature of the Academy, it should be emphasised that all support staff are regularly required to assist in different areas.

Health and Safety 

• Act as Fire Warden and First Aider.
• Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by following Health and Safety instructions and policies.
• Report accidents and hazards.
• General care for one’s own safety and that of others, including volunteers, students and parents, who may possibly be affected by actions or inaction.

Other Responsibilities

• Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the Academy.
• Uphold confidentiality at all times regarding the Academy’s staff and students.
• Comply with Hammersmith Academy’s Professional Dress Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Comply with, and promote, all working policies and procedures.
• Present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming Academy environment which supports equal opportunities.
• Carry out other reasonable tasks from time to time as directed by the Office Manager.

The closing date of receipt of applications is: Tuesday, 9th October 2018 at 9am

Interviews will take place: Week beginning 15th October 2018

All applications will be initially acknowledged by e-mail. If you have not heard further within two weeks of the closing date you may assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Additional information about Hammersmith Academy can be found by going to our website:

www.hammersmithacademy.org

Hammersmith Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check) and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Hammersmith Academy is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate on grounds of gender, race, age, disability or marital status.

Please note that, as part of Hammersmith Academy’s Green approach and our commitment to reducing the impact of vehicular access to the Academy on the local and global environment, there is very limited parking and all staff are therefore encouraged to travel to work by public transport.