Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
James Elliman Academy, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 5BA55 days remaining to apply
Closing date
31 December 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- £22,274.00 - £22,957.00 Annually (Actual)
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant job summary
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Hours: 36
Work Pattern: term time only - 38 weeks
Salary, (actual): £22,274 - £22,957
Grade: 3, SCP 5-7
Contract: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover - End Date - Aug 2027
James Elliman Academy is a large, friendly and vibrant multi-cultural 3 form entry primary school (with over 700 children on roll) and part of The Park Federation Academy Trust. Our partnership with The Park Federation Academy Trust means there are a host of professional development opportunities that will further your own skills, knowledge and expertise.
We are seeking to appoint a Fixed term receptionist; the role will be the first point of contact when entering the school, and will provide administrative support across the school.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual who:
can provide administration support to staff, pupils and parents;
has an excellent telephone manner and is able to deal sensitively with a range of parents and pupil’s needs;
has excellent IT and interpersonal skills;
is able to maintain confidentiality;
ideally has previous school office experience
Is efficient and is able to work on their own initiative and under pressure.
For the right candidate, we will offer
extensive support and CPD;
the opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust;
a welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team;
an ambitious and dynamic Senior leadership Team;
a dedicated Governing Body;
supportive parents and children who are keen to learn;
an employee assistance programme (EAP).
We warmly welcome candidates coming to visit the school prior to application; please contact the school to arrange a visit. We do not accept CVs.
Closing date: As and when we receive successful applications.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
‘James Elliman Academy prides itself on being committed to maintaining a positive culture of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. As a school, it is expected that all staff and volunteers share this commitment.’
Please check our website for more information:-https://www.jameselliman.academy/safeguarding/
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About James Elliman Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 687 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
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Our Academy serves a richly diverse community in central Slough. The area’s many faiths and languages make it a stimulating, inclusive and exciting place to live and learn. ‘A Community of Lifelong Learners, Responsible Global Citizens and Champions of our Own Success ’‘Every Child a Leader, Every Chance Taken, Every Day Counts’
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