Receptionist/Admin Officer

Location The Hub (6th Form Centre), Welcombe Hills School, Drayton Avenue, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 9LD *The role will mainly be based at The Hub (6th form centre) Drayton Avenue however, the post holder may be asked to work at the main school site at Blue Cap Road as and when required. What we need We are looking to appoint a professional receptionist/administrator to provide a high quality service on reception and administrative support to the school. As the first point of contact for the school, the ideal candidate will have previous experience working in busy reception or an administrative environment, have good communication and interpersonal skills, work effectively as part of a team and have a 'can do' attitude and work with minimal supervision. The main duties of the role are: Managing visitor access in accordance with security and safeguarding procedures Deal with face to face, telephone and general email enquiries from a range of people including pupils, parents, staff, contractors and other visitors Receive deliveries and follow internal procedures to distribute efficiently Take responsibility of the reception area, making sure it is tidy and welcoming. Verify ID documentation of visitors, agency staff and contractors Provide administrative support to the Headteacher and other Senior Leaders, as directed Update and maintain management information systems What we offer The opportunity to make a difference A friendly and inclusive working environment Talented, dedicated and hardworking colleagues Comprehensive induction and probation Benefits A competitive salary Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and significant employer contribution ( currently 18.7% ) Enhanced employee assistance programme (including financial & legal advice, medical information, relationship advice, and support for employee household members) Well-being app (including nutritional & fitness advice, budgeting and financial wellbeing) A friendly and inclusive working environment Family friendly and Employee Health & Well being policies Term time working with some flexibility to take leave in term time Safer Recruitment Unity MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow robust safer recruitment processes, including online searches, during all recruitment. Please see application pack for further details This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, backgrounds and those with disabilities