School Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

Salary: Grade 4, Scale Point 7 £30,987
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, all year round
Location: Swiss Cottage, London Borough of Camden, NW3 3AQ
Start Date: As soon as possible, depending on the notice period
Closing Date: Monday 14th April 2025 at 12pm (Midday)

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Are you a personable, resilient and calm individual who thrives in a busy environment? If yes, we encourage you to join our friendly and committed Reception Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Receptionist to be part of a supportive and ambitious team, who are committed to supporting our Academy. It is not just our teaching staff who help us
our students reach their potential!

Exercising a high degree of integrity and mature disposition, you will act as the first point of contact at the Academy dealing with front-line enquires from staff, students and visitors. Representing the Academy by providing a professional and efficient reception service is essential. As part of the wider office team, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation and be responsible for a range of administrative duties. This includes answering telephone calls, managing the Academy’s enquiries inbox, and liaising with relevant stakeholders. Working closely with your colleagues, you need to be a team player and assist with coordinating events and first aid at the Academy.

The ideal candidate will preferably have relevant experience, a friendly nature and excellent IT skills. The candidate will need to be highly organised and have the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, showing initiative and acting proactively when required. However, above all else, the appointed candidate will have a positive work ethic and can-do
attitude.

What We Want:

• A proactive, approachable and calm professional;

• A minimum of a years’ experience in a similar reception role;

• Have excellent communication skills and a high level of personal organisation;

• Must be able to work professionally under pressure to meet deadlines, and operate flexibly within the changing needs of the school;

• A good working knowledge of MS Office programmes;

• Able to work accurately and efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

We Offer:

• State-of-the-art classroom technology, including our unique Superstudios;

• Unlimited access to opportunities for self-development and intensive weekly Continuing Professional Learning;

• A whole school wellbeing strategy;

• An exclusive partnership with UCL where staff have access to unrivalled University libraries and resources;

• A generous health care plan, including reimbursement for optical, dental, physiotherapy, 24/7 GP access and counselling services;

• Cycle to Work scheme with ample space for bike storage and Transport for London Season ticket loans available upon request;

• An ambitious and forward thinking ethos.

How To Apply

To apply please complete and submit a detailed application form, through the link provided below. If you have any questions regarding the role you may contact HR on 0207 449 3080 (ext. 2162) for further information. Your application is a direct application to The UCL Academy.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to receipt of satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, pre-employment checks and a probation period.

Please note that if you have not heard from the Academy within 2 weeks after the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful. We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date, therefore early application is advised.