Vacancies
Receptionist
Required for September 2026
Salary details: NJC Scale 3 points 5 -6 £29,436- £29,856
Actual pro rata salary £25,432
The Governors of Kelmscott School are seeking to appoint a highly enthusiastic Receptionist to join our thriving Student Services team. As the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, the ideal candidate will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and efficient environment.
Main duties and responsibilities will include:
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Greeting and assisting visitors, students, and staff with professionalism and warmth.
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Answering and directing phone calls promptly and courteously.
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Managing the school email and ensuring timely responses.
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Handling enquiries and providing accurate information about the school.
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Maintaining and updating student records and databases.
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Assisting with administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and data entry.
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Supporting the Student Services team with various tasks as needed.
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Organise and maintain daily detention lists in liaison with the pastoral team
Key Requirements:
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general office equipment.
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Ability to multitask and work effectively in a busy environment.
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A friendly, patient, and professional demeanour.
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Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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Closing date: 1st July at 12pm
Interviews date: Week commencing 6th July
Please note that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of the closing date then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted.
For an application pack and further details, please click the links below:
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All completed applications should be returned to the school at the following address:
Akin Nidai – Assistant School Business Leader: a.nidai1@kelmscott.waltham.sch.uk
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Kelmscott School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure, Child Protection screening and checks with past employers. References will be taken up prior to interviews. Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 requires all employers in the United Kingdom to make basic document checks on every person they intend to employ.
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Kelmscott is an equal opportunities employer. To view our Equal Opportunity Policy (.doc) and Prevention of Illegal Working document, click on the buttons at the top of this page.
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Kelmscott School is a highly ambitious school in the heart of East London. Waltham Forest (London Borough of Culture 2019) reaps the benefits of the character, diversity and cultures within our borough, the things we have in common and the things that make us different. Our school motto is ‘Putting Learning First’ something that we hold dear. We hope this language gives you a good indication of what we value as a school. Teachers at our school are happy and as a result, we have low staff turnover. Staff wellbeing and work-life balance is a priority for us as we believe that our staff, work at their best when they are also able to commit fully to their family and personal lives. Behaviour of students at Kelmscott is exemplary. Our behaviour systems are designed to allow teachers to teach and our students to learn. Our classrooms are ‘disruption free’ something we would be happy to show you.
Ofsted has recently inspected the school and graded us as a good school. We are pleased that the inspection team were able to witness two very typically exciting and inspiring days here.
Our vision of teaching and learning at Kelmscott School is to ensure it provides the best possible opportunity for students of all abilities and backgrounds to reach their fullest potential.
Our school is on an exciting journey which we would love for you to be part of. We have what we believe to be a number of unique selling points that all our visitors experience first-hand when they come to our school. To get a flavour of these USPs, do have a look at our Twitter @KelmscottSchool.
As well as a supportive and friendly environment, Kelmscott offers a range of interesting employee benefits including:
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Regular staff breakfast
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Reduced gym membership at Walthamstow Leisure Centre
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No staff meeting either side of a school holiday
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Increased usage of live marking to manage teacher's workload
