Receptionist and Administrator

St John's CofE School, Stanmore, HA7 3FD

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  7 September 2026

• Closing date

  15 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  9 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Scale 4

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone within our school who has the appropriate experience and skills to run the reception desk at St John’s. We need someone who has experience and knowledge of School Money. They will also need skills in excel and word. High standards of accuracy and presentation in all aspects of the work is crucial. We will provide training for areas where the candidate is less confident. We are looking for someone who has the ability: • To form excellent relationships with the children and families • To work confidentiality, the ability to work without direct supervision, and the ability to determine appropriate priorities, work under pressure and have a good sense of humour.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive and friendly school environment
• Ongoing professional development, tailored to your ambitions and interest
• Excellent work life balance - school holidays
• The chance to positively influence the lives of children
• Flexibility to develop your role based on your strengths and interests.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's wellbeing and development

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

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Receptionist and Admin Job description.pdf - 534 KB (opens in new tab)

Receptionist and Administrator Advert 2025.pdf - 453 KB (opens in new tab)

About St John's CofE School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 278 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St John's CofE School website
• Email address: office@stjohns.harrow.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02089543978
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-john-s-cofe-school-stanmore

St John's Church of England School

Arranging a visit to St John's CofE School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@stjohns.harrow.sch.uk.

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