9 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    27 September 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    15 September 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Administration, HR, data and finance

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

£21,427.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 4

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant job summary

  • Hours of work: 30hrs per week
  • Working pattern: To be discussed at interview
  • Weeks worked: This is a full year position, including school holidays

This is a key front-facing role, providing an efficient reception and administrative service that supports the smooth day-to-day operation of the academy.

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, students and colleagues, you will play an important role in creating a positive and professional impression of the academy while delivering excellent administrative support.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

  • Provide a professional and friendly reception service to visitors, parents, staff and students.
  • Manage incoming telephone calls, emails and enquiries, ensuring they are dealt with promptly and effectively.
  • Undertake a range of administrative duties including filing, data entry, correspondence and maintaining records.
  • Support academy events, meetings and communications as required.
  • Assist with student attendance, admissions and general office processes.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with academy procedures and data protection requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider administrative and operational functions of the academy.
About You

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has previous experience in an administrative, reception or customer service environment.
  • Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Is well organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Has good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
  • Can work independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrates professionalism, discretion and confidentiality at all times.
  • Shares our commitment to supporting young people and providing excellent customer service.
Why Join Workington Academy?

At Workington Academy, we are committed to creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive. As part of Cumbria Education Trust, you will benefit from:

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Access to employee wellbeing initiatives.
  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • A commitment to work-life balance and staff wellbeing.

The Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, on line searches are carried out on successful candidates.

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.
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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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.

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About Workington Academy

Organisation type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
Size
1234 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
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Website
Workington Academy website
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