Receptionist (Part-time)

RECEPTIONIST (PART-TIME)

Reporting to:                Office Manager

Salary:                            Scale 3 - Pt 14-17 - £26,442-£27,467 per annum (pro rata) /                            £9,734-£10,112 per annum (actual salary)

Hours:                            Part-time/Term Time only – 16 hours per week

                                        Thursday-Friday - 8.00am to 5.00pm

Start:                              As soon as possible

The Headteacher and Governors of the Hammersmith Academy Trust are looking for a calm, organised and flexible individual to fulfil the important role of Receptionist at this innovative 11-18 Academy for 2 days per week. 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.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team in a fast paced environment. You will be providing high quality administrative support to staff and students as well as dealing directly with parents, visitors and the general public by telephone and in person.

The successful applicant will be a confident and clear communicator, with extensive administrative experience and IT skills. Experience of working within an education setting would be desirable. You must be able to handle a variety of tasks quickly, efficiently and calmly, including operating a busy switchboard and being able to deal with competing deadlines. Please see the Information Pack for more information.

Ofsted – January 2022

“Hammersmith Academy continues to be a good school”.

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.

We have a strong commitment and vision for staff wellbeing with many opportunities, activities and events throughout the year. Our vision for wellbeing in the workplace is as follows:

‘To create a caring school community promoting staff well-being through a whole-school approach characterised by caring and supportive relationships amongst school members; school members being meaningfully engaged in the school community; and addressing and supporting the health and well-being of all school members within a safe environment that celebrates achievements.’

Are you a conscientious and enthusiastic team player who is looking to join a vibrant department? If so, we look forward to hearing from you.

How to apply:

Please complete the application form, which includes a supporting statement, and a monitoring form. CVs alone will not be accepted.

Please send your completed application form by email to: hr@hammersmithacademy.org

Closing Date:     Monday, 3rd June 2024 – 9.00am

Interviews:        TBC

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. This post is 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 the grounds of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.