Administrator/Receptionist

Truro & Penwith Academy Trust, Truro, TR4 9LD

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  25 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: You will be based at Academy House, Threemilestone Industrial Estate. Working Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm (3.30pm Friday) with half an hour unpaid lunchbreak. Term Time only plus INSET days.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Hourly rate: TPAT Point 5 £12.70 ph

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a professional, organised, and welcoming individual looking to be the "face" of our academy? We are seeking a dedicated Receptionist/Administrator to join our busy front office. As the first point of contact for our academy you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth daily operation of the academy while providing exceptional support to staff and visitors.

You will be based at Academy House, Threemilestone Industrial Estate. Working Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm (3.30pm Friday) with half an hour unpaid lunchbreak.

Duties include:

· Front of House & Communication

· Be the First Welcome: Act as the primary point of contact for all visitors and callers, providing a warm, professional greeting and directing them appropriately.

· Enquiry Management: Efficiently handling telephone calls and digital enquiries with a friendly and helpful demeanour.

· Digital Correspondence: Manage email accounts, ensuring all messages are responded to promptly or forwarded to the relevant department.

· Brand Stewardship: Maintain a consistent brand voice and professional aesthetic across all administrative materials and communications.

About You:

· A People Person: Someone who enjoys interacting with children, parents, and professionals.

· Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience is highly desirable.

· Attention to Detail: A commitment to accuracy, especially when handling data and confidential information.

· Adaptability: The ability to remain calm under pressure and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

What the school offers its staff

Working for TPAT and Benefits

‘The Trust that Schools want to join’ Ofsted - 2019

We are an inclusive and progressive Trust and believe that all children and young people should have the best possible life chances. If you share this belief, we would love you to work with us.

We care about our staff and value their skills, contribution and expertise. Our commitment to growing great people means that we support staff in their own professional growth and development and empower them through support and career opportunities. Whether you choose to work in one of our schools, or are based in our central team, you will thrive in a stimulating, friendly and diverse environment that nurtures talent and celebrates success.

If you choose to work for us, you will receive:

• A competitive salary
• National terms and conditions of employment and access to either Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye voucher scheme
• Access to CPD and career pathways to further develop your career
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides employees with free confidential advice and support on a variety of personal, family or workplace issueshhtps://www.employeeassistance.org.uk/

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, workers, volunteers, governors and trustees to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks and will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check, a Safeguarding Self-Declaration Form and satisfactory online searches undertaken.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Receptionist Administrator JD and PS (Professional Services Team).pdf - 208 KB (opens in new tab)

About Truro & Penwith Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Truro & Penwith Academy Trust website
• Email address: recruitment@tpacademytrust.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/truro-penwith-academy-trust

Truro and Penwith Academy Trust supports primary and secondary schools in Cornwall. We believe all children and young people should have the best possible life chances and we do this with a relentless drive for the highest possible level of achievement involving academic, creative, sporting and cultural opportunities. We have a shared moral purpose and a shared vision in our schools while celebrating the unique and distinctive features of our school communities within their local context. We genuinely believe in partnership working with our schools, the pupils and their parents and the wider community as each serves to create the best possible outcomes for our children and young people.
We also believe that our teachers, leaders and support teams are deeply committed to providing a well-rounded, inspirational, challenging and character-building education for all students throughout their time with us. We are proud to empower them through support, training and career opportunities. With such an outstanding team we are able to ensure every student achieves all that they are capable of and more, regardless of background, culture, heritage or ability.

Arranging a visit to Truro & Penwith Academy Trust

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tpacademytrust.org.

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