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Receptionist & Cover Coordinator
Heathside School
Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 8UZ
Starting March 2026
Maternity Cover
5 days per week – 27.5 hrs
38.4 weeks term time only
Working Pattern Mon to Friday 6:30am-12:00pm
Salary Grade ELM5 FTE £27,634- £29,604
Actual Salary 27.5 hours (5 days): £17,881- £19,155 pa
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a supportive and friendly team. We are seeking to appoint a committed, reliable, and organised individual to provide admin support for the school including reception duties and coordinating cover, breaktime duties and room changes.
Candidates should:
•Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to relate positively to students, staff, parents
and external agencies
•Confident in liaising with teaching staff to coordinate daily cover arrangements and respond to last-minute changes
•Ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a busy and fast-paced environment
•Strong attention to detail
•Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think quickly under pressure
•Reliable, punctual and able to work independently as well as part of a team
•Show initiative and be prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ when necessary.
•Knowledge of Arbor or similar school MIS systems would be advantageous
•Flexible and demonstrate excellent administrative and IT skills
Every Child Every Day Trust offers:
•Outstanding Local Government Pension Scheme, featuring generous employer contributions
•Comprehensive benefits package, including Cycle to Work scheme and access to exclusive staff discounts
•Free on-site parking for added convenience
•Exceptional support and career progression opportunities
•Priority school admissions for staff children: (after two years of permanent employment, in line with our admissions policy)
Closing date: Monday 12th January 2026 by 9am
Interviews: w/c Monday 12th January 2026
Applications will be considered as they are received, we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online checks and Enhanced DBS disclosure with Children’s Barred List check. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.