Receptionist
West Lakes Academy
Cumbria
- £23,893 - £25,545 per year
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 25 September 2024
Job overview
PERMANENT POST
GRADE C, POINT 1 TO 4 £23,893 TO £25,545
Full-Time/Part-Time
Term Time/ Full Year
Days and hours of work to be discussed at interview
West Lakes Academy are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious and self-motivated person to join the Academy Support Team. This is a key role in providing a welcoming and safe environment for staff, students and visitors.
The successful candidate will:
• Undertake reception duties, providing a professional and welcoming appearance to the academy for staff, students, visitors and members of the public.
• Undertake a range of general administrative duties, including word processing, maintenance of spreadsheets, filing and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail.
• Maintain appropriate manual and computerised records/management information systems.
• Undertake a range of reprographics duties including, photocopying, laminating, binding etc.
The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.
Changing Lives Learning Trust 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 screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.
About West Lakes Academy
West Lakes Academy is a vibrant 11-18 secondary school nestled in the western edge of the picturesque Lake District of Cumbria, serving a dynamic community of 1,200 students. Since opening in September 2008 and moving into our state-of-the-art £26m building in 2012, we have been committed to delivering the highest quality education in an environment that inspires success.
As part of the ambitious Changing Lives Learning Trust, which educates over 2,800 students across nine schools and leads the One Cumbria Teaching School Hub, our academy benefits from shared expertise and a collective drive to transform lives through education. Our dedicated staff and exceptional facilities, including cutting-edge science and engineering resources and an expressive arts suite, empower students to achieve their full potential.
Our academy is proudly sponsored by the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, Sellafield Limited, and the University of Central Lancashire. These partnerships underscore our commitment to innovation, excellence, and providing outstanding opportunities for all.
At West Lakes Academy, our vision is to succeed in “Changing Lives through Learning” by offering exceptional opportunities for young people. We are passionate about creating a nurturing environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Our academy is a hub of innovation, inspiration, and opportunity, fostering success for students and the wider community alike.
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