School Receptionist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Knowsley
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£27,694 / year
CATEGORY
Administrative
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SKILLS

Communication Interpersonal Skills Administrative Support Attention to Detail Confidentiality Prioritisation Safeguarding Front Desk Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

School Receptionist

The Prescot School is seeking a friendly, organised, and professional School Receptionist to be the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and students. This is a full-time, permanent position at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]).

Employer Information

  • Employer: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
  • Address: Knowsley Park Lane, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 3NB
  • Website: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
  • Contact Name: Rachel Mansfield-Jones
  • Contact Telephone: [contact hidden]
  • Contact Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

About the Organisation

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a vibrant, inclusive secondary school at the heart of the Knowsley community. We are proud of our rich history and excited about our future, as we continue to grow into a school where high expectations, strong values, and a culture of kindness, integrity and Tenacity shape every aspect of school life.

This is an exciting time to become part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. We are a school in transformation – one where your contribution will make a real difference. We value collaboration, innovation, and commitment, and we are building a team of staff who want to be part of something special.

Role Information

  • Job Title: School Receptionist
  • Job Type: Finance & Administration
  • Location: Knowsley
  • Grade: MAT 4
  • Actual Salary Range: £27,254 – £27,694 (NJC 9-10)
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Contract Term: Full time
  • Start Date: Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
  • Closing Date: Tuesday, May 26th, 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a friendly, organised, and professional School Receptionist to join the team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and students, providing a warm and welcoming front-of-house service.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong administrative abilities, and the capacity to manage a busy reception environment. Attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively are essential.

Experience of working in a school or similar setting is desirable, along with a good understanding of safeguarding and the importance of maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all.

Working Time: 36 hours per week, 8:30am to 16:15pm (16:00 on Fridays)

This role is full-time and includes working throughout the school holidays, during which time you will support the wider administrative function of the school and undertake additional admin duties as required.

Personal Qualities

Please find further information in the enclosed recruitment pack.

Application Information

  • Closing Date: Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
  • Shortlisting Date: Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
  • Interview Date: Friday, June 5th, 2026

How to Apply

We ask that you do not send CVs. Please email your completed application and equalities monitoring forms to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Recruitment Documents

  • Download Job Description
  • Download Application Form
  • Download Equal Opportunities Monitoring
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