Secondary School Receptionist

36 hours per week, 48 weeks per year

SCP 3 Spinal Point 5-6 - Outer London

Required for September 2024

Deadline: Friday 6th September 2024 at 9am.

We are seeking to appoint a proactive, organised receptionist for our Secondary School.

The receptionist will act as the first point of contact for all enquiries, and work closely with our Secondary Office Manager across a range of administration related responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will be a strong verbal and written communicator. They will have good attention to detail, knowledge of Microsoft Office, and the ability to multitask and work under pressure.

They should also have a strong sense of accountability, emotional intelligence, and the ability to take direction.

Why work at George Mitchell?

The following a recent Ofsted inspection the school was judged as ‘Good’.

We are an all through school which creates the unique opportunity to work across phases which is great for professional development. We are a small school with 4 form entry at secondary and 2 form entry at primary. The size of each year group means that staff get to know individual students and their families really well and form excellent relationships. The school has a ‘community’ feel built on excellent relationships between all staff. Staff turnover is low and wellbeing good.

Our students benefit from new buildings and improved facilities. We have a vast number of computers, interactive whiteboards in every classroom and banks of laptops that are available for student use.

Our focus is on ensuring that every child gets the very best education possible. Our reputation is dependent on the happiness and achievements of all our pupils, which is reflected in our school intent.

George Mitchell is within walking distance from Leyton underground and Leyton Midland station. 

The school also has a staff carpark.

Why work in Waltham Forest?

Waltham forest is a diverse East London borough with excellent commuting links, served by the London Overground, Central, Victoria and Greater Anglia lines. School staff employed by the London Borough of Waltham Forest are eligible for a number of benefits, to include:

-         Discounted membership to Feel Good Centres

-         Workplace Options - Employee Assistance providers

-         Cycle to Work Scheme and Eye Tests

 We warmly welcome an informal visit or a conversation prior to application.                     

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance

For more information please refer to the application pack on our website or contact Helena Culliney, HR Officer and Advisor on 020 8539 6198 or e-mail helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk

Completed application forms should be returned to  helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk  by 9am on Friday 6th September 2024. Please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Interviews to be held the following week commencing 9th September 2024.