Receptionist
Knightsbridge School
London
- Expired
- Salary:
- £22,000 - £26,000
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 12 October 2017
Job overview
Knightsbridge School currently educates 400 boys and girls from ages 3 – 13. The school, which is set in the heart of London, combines a warm and nurturing environment with excellent resources and a commitment to teamwork and the professional development of staff.
We are seeking a Receptionist to act as the first point of call for all parents, school visitors and callers. To welcome visitors and direct as appropriate, and to manage all telephone calls and queries, re-directing as appropriate. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, quick thinking and eager to learn.
For an application pack and further details please see the school website site or contact Rosie Binns at HR@knightsbridgeschool.com or 020 7590 9000.
Knightsbridge School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and other relevant employment checks.
Attached documents
About Knightsbridge School
Knightsbridge School is an independent, mainstream, mixed preparatory school for children aged three to thirteen. Located in central London, it has approximately 398 students.
Knightsbridge School opened in September 2006, housed in two mansions, and has since redone much of its décor. There are now well-equipped classrooms, a science laboratory, an ICT suite, an in-house catered dining hall, a performing arts studio, music rooms, a library and an art studio.
Principal
Magoo Giles
Headteacher
Shona Colaco
Vision and values
The preparatory school aims to establish a love of learning in each student by creating a positive and stimulating environment. Teachers strive to provide a holistic, balanced and varied curriculum so each pupil can reach their full academic potential. The values they promote are: mutual respect, independent thinking, positive attitudes and participation.
Knightsbridge School concentrates on classical education, with an emphasis on literacy and reasoning, as well as encouraging children to take part in extra-curricular activities. It offers an extensive programme, from judo and fencing to ballet and cookery. A modern language, either Italian, Spanish, Mandarin or Greek, must also be taken alongside French lessons.
ISI report
“Knightsbridge School is highly successful in meeting all of its aims. The achievements of its pupils, including those of children in the EYFS, are excellent. Pupils of all abilities, including those with SEND or EAL and the more able, make rapid progress. Many older pupils are successful in gaining entry to highly selective senior schools.”
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