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Receptionist - Part-time
Type of Position:Receptionist
Subject:Support
Salary:VIAT 2 actual salary £3,913 pro rata FTE £24,991
Start Date:TBC
Closing Date:
30 January 2026, 9am
7 hrs per week - 1 day
38 weeks per annum
Salary £3,913 pro rata per annum (VIAT 2 £24,991 FTE) – 7 hours
We are seeking to appoint a part time receptionist to work in conjunction with the current post holder on a job share basis. This is an important, front of house position in our busy school office and requires a friendly, yet professional person to greet our visitors with a smile. Recent experience of reception work, preferably within a school office, is desirable but not essential.
The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to work effectively as part of a team, be well organised, able to work well under pressure and able to readily adapt to the fast pace of change experienced by schools today.
Candidates must be computer literate and able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of Microsoft applications and the use of e-communication in the workplace. Although not essential, experience of using a SIMS database is desirable.
In return we can offer:
- Direct line management
- Experienced job share colleague
- A positive working environment
- Delightful, well-behaved children
Closing date: 30/01/2026
Interviews to be held: TBC
Please download the application form and send it to:l.jenner@aylesford.viat.org.uk
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website policy page and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found here.
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Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.
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