School Receptionist (Westfield School)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 18.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 7.2 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Fixed term until 31 August 2025

Closing date: Midday, Wednesday 27 November 2024 

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Westfield School,
Westfield School, Main Road, Westfield, East Sussex,
TN35 4QE

Phone: 01424 751404
Email: office@westfield.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: https://westfield.e-sussex.sch.uk/
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About the role

Required at Westfield School

Starting as soon as possible

Single Status Grade 4 Point 9 £24,404 (pro-rata)
18.5 hours per week (Term time only), plus one week
Monday & Friday, 8:15 to 3:30
Wednesday, 8:30 to 1:30

Please note this is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2025

 

Westfield is a popular one-form entry village school, set in the countryside just outside of Hastings.  We believe our role, as educators, is to prepare children to be successful in life.  We aim to create well-rounded, self-motivated individuals who are healthy, confident, happy and achieve the best they can. We are a good school and we are looking for a warm, hardworking and enthusiastic School Receptionist to join our friendly and experienced office team to assist with day to day administration tasks.

The role is varied and demanding and therefore the ability to multitask and work well under pressure, whilst still following required processes, is essential. Strong Microsoft Office skills, attention to detail and accuracy, flexibility and the ability to use your own initiative is key. You will also have excellent communication skills and be confident dealing with a variety of people as you will be the first point of contact for parents and other professionals.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be confident using Microsoft Office, Office 365, GoogleDrive and have experience of information management systems
• Have previous experience in an school administration role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate initiative and work well within a team

 

At Westfield, we foster a love of learning for everyone and are committed to ongoing professional development for all staff.  We can offer you a warm, welcoming and supportive environment with engaged and enthusiastic children. Visits are welcome, come and see our vision in action!

For further information and an application pack, please contact our school office on https://westfield.e-sussex.sch.uk/vacancies/
 

Closing date for applications: Midday on Wednesday 27th November
Interviews: Tuesday 3rd December     

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

 
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.