Receptionist
Woodmansterne School, London, SW16 5UQ11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
11 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
30 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): Term time only plus 10 days non-term time Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Scale 4, Spine points 7-10 (£31,980 - £33,384), pro rata term time only
What skills and experience we're looking for
Woodmansterne School & Sixth Form is set within a diverse and vibrant community; as a school we benefit from this rich variety of cultures and traditions which form the bedrock of our inclusive ethos. We are looking to employ exceptional staff who share our values and determination to provide Woodmansterne School & Sixth Form pupils with a first-class education that enables them to thrive and succeed in their learning and life.
We are looking for an excellent Receptionist with:
- excellent verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the need to communicate effectively with colleagues, pupils, other professionals;
- experience of working in a busy school office environment;
- knowledge of software programmes such as publisher, word, excel, adobe and how they work best;
- ability to build and form good relationships with pupils, colleagues and other professionals;
- the skills to work successfully as part of a team, establishing effective working relationships and flexible working practices;
- experience of following direction and working in collaboration with colleagues, parents, pupils and the school community;
- strong interpersonal skills;
- experience of developing, managing and maintaining accurate records and filing systems;
- experience of handling difficult situations and conversations successfully;
- the ability to show initiative and priorities ones own work and that of others even when under pressure.
Our inclusive and highly skilled leadership team bring a range of experience and insight to their roles and are committed to providing an exceptional and enriching education for all.
What the school offers its staff
Working at Woodmansterne is never dull. Creative ideas are listened to and considered and challenge is encouraged. Staff here are keen and confident to go the extra mile, knowing that their input is valued and respected. Woodmansterne is a special place, ask anyone who has walked through our doors, the learning environment is calm and enriched; pupils, staff and parents are happy.
Our goal is simple, to ‘achieve excellence together’. We do this by supporting each other and having a relentless focus on inspiring our young people (and each other) to be the very best version of themselves that they can be.
Working closely across primary and secondary phases has ensured cohesion between staff, a greater understanding of effective transition and how children learn and flourish. As a community, we embrace opportunities to learn from each other, rise to challenges and overcome obstacles.
Why should you come and work for us?
We have fantastic children and families (many schools say that, but we really do);
We have amazing new buildings (our secondary building won an award for technological architecture from CIAT1) with two fantastic libraries, dedicated ICT suites, specialist food rooms, science labs, music studio & provisions, ICT rich learning spaces and a huge outside space including a large playing field, 2 MUGA's, edible garden and Trim Trail;
Discounted wrap around care if your child/ren attend Play Professional's after school club provision (either at Woodmansterne or another school);
Our exciting, enriched, curriculum is pupil-centred aimed at capturing every child’s full learning potential;
We are committed to staff well-being and have a well-being committee who arrange book clubs, get-togethers, well-being INSETs, exercise classes and well-being activities, as well as working closely with leaders to improve staff well-being;
A commitment to personalised professional development and opportunities for career growth;
We have a cohesive, friendly, highly-skilled and passionate staff body, who are completely committed to Woodmansterne’s values and ethos;
Access to Cyclescheme;
Free refreshments (tea, coffee and sugar) in our wonderful spacious staffrooms and work areas;
Delicious food cooked by our Chefs in Schools team at affordable prices;
The uniqueness of our all-through provision means exciting opportunities for cross-phase collaboration between primary and secondary;
We have strong partnerships with families, the local community, other Lambeth schools and Teaching Alliances.
Further information about the job
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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Woodmansterne School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 18
- Education phase
- All through school
- School size
- 1621 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Woodmansterne School website
- Email address
- recruitment@woodmansterne.london
- Phone number
- 02087641825
Working at Woodmansterne is never dull. Creative ideas are listened to and considered and challenge is encouraged. Staff here are keen and confident to go the extra mile, knowing that their input is valued and respected. Woodmansterne is a special place, ask anyone who has walked through our doors, the learning environment is calm and enriched; pupils, staff and parents are happy.
Our goal is simple, to ‘achieve excellence together’. We do this by supporting each other and having a relentless focus on inspiring our young people (and each other) to be the very best version of themselves that they can be. Woodmansterne has a diverse and vibrant community and as a school we benefit from this rich variety of cultures and traditions .
Working closely across primary and secondary phases has ensured cohesion between staff, a greater understanding of effective transition and how children learn and flourish. As a community, we embrace opportunities to learn from each other, rise to challenges and overcome obstacles.
As a Woodmansterne staff member, you can expect regular research based and relevant professional development, opportunities to work across phases, be creative and take risks in your teaching, and work closely with colleagues in planning and training. You will be an integral part of this happy, community school and supported by experienced and supportive leaders.
Prospective applicants are always welcome to visit, please contact recruitment@woodmansterne.london or by phoning the School on 02087641825
Arranging a visit to Woodmansterne School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@woodmansterne.london.
School location
Similar jobs nearby
Occupational Therapist – Nightingale Satellite
Nightingale Community Academy
Beechcroft Road, London, SW17 7DF
Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed
Find more school jobs in London