Receptionist - maternity cover

The Westgate School is a warm,

vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn

together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture

of academic excellence. We

are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, welcoming and conscientious colleague

to be the first point of contact for parents, pupils and visitors coming to our

all-through school. The role is based in our main Secondary Phase reception.

We are seeking an individual who:

Has excellent

interpersonal skills and a professional telephone manner

Holds safeguarding, confidentiality and data

protection requirements in the highest regard

Is able to remain calm

and demonstrate excellent decision-making skills, whilst managing a fast-paced,

reactive role

Has a high level of

organisational skills, without compromising excellent customer service

Has the ability to be

flexible and use initiative whilst dealing with sensitive and confidential

information in order to support parents, pupils and colleagues

Has obtained maths and English qualifications

to GCSE Grade C or above or their equivalent, and have good communication

and literacy skills

Is cheerful and approachable, with a good

sense of humour and excellent time management skills

Is a hard-working team player, able to work

closely with professionals and parents

Is willing to administer First Aid in the

absence of the welfare team

Working in an all-through school, is willing

to cover the Primary Phase reception

Either has familiarity

with SIMS, or is willing to undertake the required training