Receptionist

Receptionist

Location: King Edward VI College, Stourbridge

Contract: Part-time (24.5 hours per week), term-time-only, fixed term until March 2027

Working hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8.00 am to 4.00 pm and Friday 8.00 am to 10.00 am.

Salary: SFCA support staff pay scale 3 - 7 - £13,861.87 - £14,529.24

King Edward VI College, Stourbridge is a specialist A level sixth form college. We provide a rigorous academic curriculum alongside a strong programme of wider enrichment that supports students to develop independence, confidence and ambition. Our students come from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds, and we are proud of the inclusive, purposeful community they and our staff create together.

We are seeking a friendly, organised and professional Receptionist to be the first point of contact for students, staff, parents, and visitors at our vibrant Sixth Form College. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and play a key role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the college.

As the Receptionist, you will provide an excellent front‑of‑house service, respond to enquiries, manage administrative tasks, and help create a welcoming and safe environment for all.

Full requirements for the role can be found in the attached job description and person specification. The role is initially fixed term until March 2027 with the possibility it may become permanent.

Please note that CVs cannot be accepted.  Applications must be sent electronically in the original format (Word document) to HR@kedst.ac.uk Closing date for applications is 9.00 am Monday 13 April.

Working at King Edward VI College

We are student-centred, collaborative and evidence-informed, with high expectations for ourselves and each other. We value good judgement, professional curiosity, and the confidence to reflect and improve.

We welcome applications from people who share these values and who want to contribute positively to a collegiate, ambitious sixth form environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to treating people fairly and with respect, and to creating a working environment where staff are supported to do their best work.  We value professional judgement, different perspectives and open discussion, and we expect all colleagues to contribute to a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Safeguarding and safer recruitment

King Edward VI College, Stourbridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with barred list information.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, the College may carry out an online search as part of the shortlisting process. This is done solely to identify any information that may be relevant to an applicant’s suitability to work with children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed. Further information is available from the Ministry of Justice.