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Receptionist

Blue Coat Church of England Academy, Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 2ND

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• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 July 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  30 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): 37 hours per week Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: NJC 7-11 dependant on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a friendly, professional and highly organised School Receptionist to become the welcoming face of our Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and dedicated team in a thriving Church of England Academy where every member of staff contributes to the success and wellbeing of our students.

As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and external agencies, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the school reception and administrative services. You will provide outstanding customer service, maintain a professional and welcoming environment, and support a wide range of administrative functions across the Academy.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, parents, students and staff.
• Manage the Academy switchboard, responding to enquiries and directing calls appropriately.
• Operate visitor sign-in systems and support site security procedures.
• Provide high-quality administrative support including filing, photocopying and record maintenance.
• Assist with attendance administration and student record updates.
• Support the organisation of school visits and events.
• Process routine purchase orders and invoices.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the role.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enjoys working with young people, families and colleagues.
• Has experience in a reception, customer service or administrative environment.
• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Has strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates discretion, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high standards.

What the school offers its staff

Blue Coat Church of England Academy is one of the oldest educational establishments in Walsall, is well-respected and valued by the community it serves. We operate on a very collaborative approach to school improvement working with a range of other schools and nationally recognised trainers. The school is very proud of the family ethos which pervades all aspects of its work, which is grounded in Christian values.

Why Join Us?

At Blue Coat Church of England Academy, we are proud of our welcoming community, strong values and commitment to excellence. We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A caring and inclusive school community.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of young people and their families.
• Access to local government pension and employee wellbeing benefits.

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

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

School Receptionist JD.pdf - 322 KB (opens in new tab)

School Receptionist Advert.pdf - 311 KB (opens in new tab)

About Blue Coat Church of England Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 967 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Blue Coat Church of England Academy website
• Email address: applications@bluecoatacademy.org
• Phone number: 01922 720558
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/blue-coat-church-of-england-academy

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Arranging a visit to Blue Coat Church of England Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email applications@bluecoatacademy.org.

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