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Uffculme School
Uffculme School is looking for an experienced receptionist to join our friendly administration team, to welcome staff, pupils and visitors to our school. Starting your day at 8.00 a.m., you may be asked to work at any of our three sites, all of which are within walking distance from each other.
This is an extremely busy and varied role. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, acting as a liaison between students, staff and parents. A high level of tact and diplomacy, and the ability to stay calm in a crisis, is also required, as the appointed post holder will be privy to a large amount of confidential information.
About Uffculme School
Uffculme School offers co-education for children and young people of the ages 3 to 19 years from all parts of the city. Our students represent the wide cultural mix that makes up the general population of Birmingham. We are a successful school with a long and proven track record of providing high quality education for young people with a primary diagnosis of ASD. We currently cater for over 300 children over three sites.
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Requirements
We require a candidate who:
- Has a minimum of one year's experience in a similar role.
- Can work dependently, demonstrating initiative and pro-activity, as well as supporting colleagues as part of a team.
- Is IT competent and confident.
- Can work under pressure.
- Will work positively and constructively within their team and with other colleagues.
- Thinks creatively and imaginatively and identifies opportunities.
- Will promote our core values and ethos.
Application Process
If, having read the job description and person specification, you wish to apply for the role please download the application form to complete and submit to TES (Applicant guidance notes in the download section). Please ensure that your application contains clear contact details for referees and that you can provide evidence of your qualifications. Handwritten application forms and CVs will not be accepted.
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Important Dates
- The closing date for applications is midday on Friday 11 September 2026.
- Interviews will be held in the following week on Thursday 17 September.
- We would like the successful candidate to start with us as soon as possible.
Commitment to Safeguarding
The school is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees.
Equal Pay Programme
This vacancy is subject to evaluation under BCC Equal Pay programme.
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