Receptionist/Administrator

Full-time, term time + 1 week

Actual salary: £25,858 - £29,769 per annum

We are a special school for secondary pupils from Years 7 to 11 who have learning and additional needs. We are now looking for an experienced, confident, patient and efficient Administrator/Receptionist to ensure every visitor receives a warm and professional welcome at The Abbey.

Applicants will require a confident and friendly manner, be a team player, have the ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure. Applicants must be able to work autonomously or as part of a team. Excellent IT skills and strong interpersonal skills are a must, as is a good sense of humour!

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, have excellent keyboard skills and experience in working within a school or busy office environment.

This role is full-time, 40 hours per week over 5 days, 8.00am – 4.30pm (30 mins unpaid lunchbreak), term time + 1 week.

Part-time or job share may be considered for the right person.

About us

The Abbey is part of WMAT, a dynamic, forward-thinking and innovative Trust. We are currently seven schools – three special schools and four secondaries within the Farnham, Godalming and Haslemere area.

We were graded Outstanding by OFSTED in 2009, 2012, 2016 and December 2022.

This is a really exciting time for The Abbey as we watch the transformation of our school allowing us to expand and flourish in our new buildings with their first-class technology.

Further information

To find out more about the school and this exciting opportunity, please visit www.abbey.surrey.sch.uk

We look forward to receiving your application to join our dedicated and passionate team.

To apply, please click the Apply button to send us your completed application.

Please note that neither covering letters nor CVs will be accepted.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 3 November 2024.

Interview date: Friday 8 November 2024.

The Abbey School reserves the right to interview candidates before the closing date, therefore we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.

The Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS, Children’s Barred List and Right to Work in the UK checks are required for this post.

The Abbey School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.