Receptionist and Administration Assistant

Receptionist and Administration Assistant

Grade: N3 (Point 3-4)

FTE Salary: £18,562 to £18,933      Actual Salary: £16,277 to £16,603

Working pattern:  37 hours per week Term time + 10 days

We are seeking to appoint a professional, welcoming and customer-focused administrator to work in our Reception area. The successful candidate will join a committed, experienced and friendly team and will primarily be tasked with welcoming all parents, pupils and visitors to our school whilst ensuring that safeguarding and security procedures are followed at all times.

This is a key role which is integral to the smooth running of our school’s administrative support service and includes providing general clerical support and support for pupils, parents and staff. The successful candidate will have experience of working in a busy customer facing administrative role, preferably in a school environment. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our school community and we are looking for an energetic and passionate individual who will impact positively in this role. Applicants should clearly indicate in their supporting statement what they could bring to this role in terms of experience and vision. 

St Benet Biscop is a popular and oversubscribed school which is highly regarded within the community and we offer high quality education in a Catholic Christian environment.  St Benet Biscop is part of the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust.

The post holder will be based at St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy, Bedlington but will be expected to attend off site meetings when required. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.  

 Application packs, including job description and person specification for the post are also available by accessing the Academy’s website: https://www.st-benetbiscop.org.uk/about-us/vacancies/ 

Completed applications/enquiries should be sent to HR@stbb.org.uk for the attention of Mr Shepherd, Headteacher.

Applications from all denominations are welcome.

Closing date for applications:  by noon Monday, 13 December 2021.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service and additional recruitment checks.