Swale Academies Trust
Receptionist/Administration Assistant
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Salary
£25,316 - £26,378 FTE – SAT B
£21,311 - £22,204 Pro Rata
Job Details
- Type: Term Time Only
- Hours: 37 hour/week
- Start: September 2026
- Interviews: w/c 7th September
About the Role
We are looking to appoint a highly reliable, efficient, and adaptable Receptionist to be part of our highly regarded support team, which aims to provide an outstanding administrative service in all areas of the school.
The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for all visitors to the school and must be highly personable with excellent communication both written and verbal. Other administrative duties may be required to support our busy administrative team.
Key Requirements
We are seeking someone who:
- is positive and friendly.
- enjoys working as a team.
- offers enthusiasm and energy to the role.
- has excellent IT skills.
- has high standards of communication (written, face to face, telephone), with an excellent eye for detail and accuracy.
- is able to organise and prioritise workload.
- has a knowledge of BROMCOM – although this is not essential, training will be given
- ideally has previous school experience, but this is not essential.
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Expectations
All employees of the school are expected to contribute to the wider life of the school community and candidates should be mindful of this when applying for the position.
We reserve the right to interview early should a suitable candidate apply.
Benefits
Join us to benefit from:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Access to training and development
- On-site Parking
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas, and restaurants
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
- Cycle to Work scheme
Application Process
Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Debbie Fuller, Administration Officer for Recruitment and Trips and Visits, at Debbie.fuller@swale.at or 01233 614600.
Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to Debbie.fuller@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
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If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance, we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
Kent Teach advert for applications:
https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=158291
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