Receptionist (with some Administrative duties)
The Kingston Academy, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 5PEThis job expired on 15 May 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
May 2025
Closing date
15 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
1 May 2025
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
- £26,174.84 - £26,922.53 Annually (Actual) 40 hours per week (Part-time hours/job share may be considered). Term time only, plus 4 weeks.
Receptionist (with some Administrative duties) job summary
The Kingston Academy seeks a Receptionist (with some Administrative duties) to work as part of the Pupil Services team, assisting with a variety of operational and administrative tasks. As a Receptionist and key member of a dynamic team, you will be offered the opportunity to develop your administrative skills in a wide range of areas.
The Kingston Academy is an outstanding Secondary School in North Kingston, which opened for the first time in September 2015 with a cohort of Year 7 pupils. TKA has received a substantial capital grant for the refurbishment of the existing educational facilities and for additional new modern buildings which we have now taken possession of. Our mission is to provide a world-class education for all the young people within our community to ensure that every pupil is safe, happy and succeeds. We now have over 1000 pupils across the seven year groups from year 7 to year 13.
We invite applications from candidates with the following attributes for this role:
- Highly organised and excellent communication skills;
- Able to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy;
- A team worker who is always ready to assist wherever needed.
More details are provided on the job description and person specification.
There are many benefits to working at The Kingston Academy including:
- Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National Support Staff Pay Scales
- 2-week October Half Term break
- Access to subsidised Cycle to Work Scheme
- Subsidised study at Kingston University at Masters and Doctorate Level
- Flexible working arrangements will be considered on request
- Employees Assistance Programme
- Work in a vibrant, supportive environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Interview Procedure
Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate’s suitability to work with children and young people.
The process will include:
- A written administrative task;
- Interview with Headteacher and/or Head of School and Office Manager.
Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.
Closing Date: Noon, Thursday 15th May 2025
Interview date: to be confirmed
Application Process
Applicants are required to visit the website where they are able to submit their application using our recruitment portal.
For further information about this post please email hr@kingstoneducationaltrust.org .
Equal Opportunities
At the Kingston Academy we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Statement
The Kingston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks (with barred list check for regulated activity), checks with past employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Identity and qualification documents will be checked prior to any offer being made.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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.
About The Kingston Academy
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1168 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Kingston Academy website
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