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Receptionist/Administrator, MULBERRY SCHOOLS TRUST
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Receptionist/Administrator at Mulberry UTC - 1 year fixed term Maternity Cover
Start Date
1st September 2026
Salary
SC4 (7-10) £29,752-£31,057 pro rata
Working Arrangement
Term Time Only (42 weeks) + 2 weeks 8am-4pm
Hours
35 hours per week
About the Role
Mulberry UTC is part of the Mulberry Schools Trust and has gone from strength to strength since opening in September 2017. The school is now significantly over-subscribed and we are in the process of expanding the curriculum and planning for further future growth.
We are looking for an experienced Receptionist/Administrator who will provide an effective clerical and reception service to Mulberry UTC staff, students, and visitors.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience of working effectively in an administration setting, preferably within a school
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- The ability to provide first-class customer service
- Experience of using a range of administrative packages effectively and efficiently
- Strong organisational skills
- The ability to work successfully in a busy office environment
About Us
We offer a supportive staff team, a state-of-the-art building, opportunities for career progression, and students who are genuinely interested, engaged, and highly motivated.
We recognise and value continued professional development, and a wide range of training opportunities will be made available to you throughout your career with us.
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Located in Bow, in the heart of east London, we value the skills and talents of all members of our diverse school community. We believe it is a privilege to be able to make a real difference to the life chances of the young people we serve. We are looking for someone who can bring out the best in every learner, regardless of their circumstances.
We are passionate about the importance of academic, technical, and vocational learning. Our students excel in their GCSE, A-level, technical, and vocational courses because of the great teaching and support they receive from our excellent staff team. Our state-of-the-art building provides students access to world-class equipment and facilities.
Bringing Down Barriers to Success
We are proud to inspire our students through diverse and representative teams and welcome applications from all parts of the communities we serve. If you have the experience and passion needed to energize Tower Hamlets' next generation of leaders, creators, and innovators, we would like to hear from you!
Important Dates
- Closing date: 10th July 2026 at 12pm
- Interview Date: W/C 13th July 2026
Application Information
Please Note we do not accept CV's.
Mulberry Schools Trust are dedicated to equality and valuing diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage people from a wide variety of backgrounds, experience, and skills to join us and influence and develop our working practice.
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We particularly encourage applications from global majority people, and candidates who are disabled. All candidates who are disabled and who demonstrate that they meet the shortlisting criteria will be invited for an interview, in line with the Equality Act 2010.
We welcome applicants to inform us if you need any particular adjustments, arrangements, or access needs as part of the recruitment process. We are also able to provide a large font print job pack on request. We will also accommodate alternative application methods should they be requested.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require a satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance and will be a condition of your employment with us.
Candidates who are selected for interview will be informed following the shortlisting process, and full details of the interview will be provided in advance. We will seek references on all shortlisted candidates and may approach previous employers for information to verify experience or qualifications before interview. Any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up at interview.
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