School Receptionist

School Receptionist

Part-time, term time only, plus INSET and 10 additional days
Hours: 12.30pm – 5.30pm Monday to Friday
Salary: FTE £23,115 - £25,800 (pro-rata salary: £13,521 - £15,092)
Required: September 2022

We are seeking a customer-focused, adaptable Receptionist with strong interpersonal skills to provide an efficient reception service for the Senior School.  

Previous experience of reception duties, excellent communication, good ICT (Outlook and Word) skills and organisational skills are essential. Experience gained within a school environment and knowledge of SIMS would be advantageous.

The role will also involve general administrative support to teaching staff and other departments within the School. You will enjoy working closely with people to see tasks through to completion and be prepared to take responsibility and use initiative in key areas.

The working hours are 25 hours per week, 12.30pm – 5.30pm school term time only, plus INSET and 5 additional days to be worked during school holidays.

About the School

Founded in 1880 by the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, Blackheath High School is a selective school for girls aged 3–18.  We are fortunate to be located on the edge of the stunning Heath and within easy reach of historic Greenwich and Canary Wharf.

There are many good reasons to work with us. Blackheath High School has a real sense of community, and you’ll be part of it. You’ll be part, too, of the wider GDST family and you’ll be in the company of some of the best and brightest people in independent education. We also offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Please visit www.gdst.net for an application form or for further information, please contact Kay Cotton at k.cotton@bla.gdst.net.

The closing date for applications: 29 July 2022
Interview date to be confirmed

Blackheath High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.