Receptionist

Stephenson Academy, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 6AX

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  7 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £29,070.00 - £33,672.00 Annually (Actual) Point 11 -20 £29,070 - £33,672 FTE, Pro rata accordingly

Receptionist job summary

Stephenson Academy provides education for students both male and female aged between 11 and 16 years. We are the local SEN provision for students with social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). We pride ourselves on delivering a high quality curriculum, truly individualised to meet the needs of our students, ensuring successful outcomes for all. We have a cohort of staff who are from all walks of life which has created a truly dynamic and diverse team.

Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills?

Are you friendly, approachable and able to remain calm and professional in a busy environment?

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of young people in Milton Keynes?

Would you like the opportunity to be part of an exciting, forward-looking Alternative Education provider, which works in a holistic way?

Would you like to be part of a team that works hard to improve the life chances of some of the most vulnerable young people in Milton Keynes?

We are seeking:

• A friendly, welcoming and professional person who will provide an excellent first point of contact for students, parents, visitors and staff
• An organised and reliable administrator who can manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, both face-to-face and over the telephone
• Someone who can work calmly and professionally in a busy school reception environment
• A person with excellent attention to detail who can maintain accurate records and handle confidential information appropriately
• Someone who is confident using IT systems and has a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• A team player who is willing to support colleagues and contribute positively to the wider life of the Academy
• Someone who understands the importance of safeguarding and is committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people
• A flexible and proactive individual who is able to respond positively to the changing needs of a busy school environment

The successful candidate will:

• Manage the Academy reception, welcoming and directing visitors in a friendly and professional manner
• Deal with telephone calls, emails and general enquiries
• Provide administrative support to staff and the wider Academy
• Maintain accurate records and databases
• Assist with student attendance and absence administration
• Support the organisation of meetings, appointments and Academy events
• Process correspondence and maintain effective filing systems
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times
• Follow Academy procedures relating to safeguarding, health and safety and security

Why choose our Trust?

We can offer you:

• A welcoming and positive working environment where the wellbeing of both students and staff is a top priority
• High quality professional development and support including bespoke CPD
• The opportunity to work within a supportive and committed team
• Progression opportunities across the Trust
• Free access to holistic treatments as part of our wellbeing policy
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people

NB - Qualification Certificates, Identification and Proof to work in the UK documents are required at Interview

How to Apply

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we can only accept applications through My New Term. Please do not submit CVs as these will not be considered.

Visits to Stephenson Academy are welcomed by contacting our HR team on 01908 889400 or by emailing:hr@smkt.org,uk

Stephenson (MK) Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This commitment to robust Recruitment, Selection and Induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is required prior to commencement of this post

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert should a suitable candidate is be found.

NB - Qualification Certificates, Identification and Proof to work in the UK documents are required at Interview

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

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.

About Stephenson Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 9 to 16
• Size: 120 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 9 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Stephenson Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/stephenson-academy

Stephenson Academy is a successful 80 place special school, which opened in 2012. It has a main site, which caters for 11-16 year olds. We have an associated independent sixth form provision for 16-19 year olds.

As a specialist academy we cater for students who have Education and Health Care Plans with an identified primary need of Social Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMH), many with associated challenging behaviour. Many of our students have additional special educational needs such as speech, language and communication difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and mental health difficulties

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