# Receptionist##### Grade 3 (Outer London): £28,521-£28,929 FTE + Performance and Loyalty Bonus + Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan + Additional Harris Benefits#### SummaryOur core values of determination, integrity, curiosity and empathyinspire and nurture a passion for learning and success with a strong sense of inclusivity, individuality and responsibility. We use our voices purposefully as global citizens.The foundations of achieving our vision are:Our **moral purpose** is to ensure our students and staff have access to the best possible futures and contribute positively to society through an outstanding careers/development programme, excellent leadership, and coaching.From its origins as the first city academy, the exceptional education we provide takes advantage of the opportunities offered by our privileged location and facilities in the most vibrant, multi-cultural city in the world. The enthusiasm, discipline and ambition of our students combined with the high expectations, outstanding teaching and creative dedication of our staff makes our vision a reality.* **Outstanding curriculum**, with outstanding quality and breadth of education* **Exceptional teachers** who support students' passion for learning with the tools **for success for every individual*** **Relationships, routines and recognition** that lead to a sense of belonging, wellbeing, mutual respect and exemplary behaviour both within Harris Lowe Academy Willesden and in our local community* **Post-16**excellence with a broad range of pathways, sporting academies and inspiring student leaders* **Arts and sports** specialisms that embed essential skills and enable exceptional performanceYour responsibilities will include:* Representing the Academy in a professional and welcoming manner to all visitors, staff and students, including telephone callers* Undertaking reception duties, answering general telephone and face to face enquiries and signing in visitors* Completing first day of absence calling for all students who are absent, recording reasons on Bromcom, recording calls in attendance events, checking directly with AWO if there are any concerns* Assist with pupil first aid/welfare duties* Assist in arrangements for school trips and events* Providing general clerical/admin support* Maintaining manual and computerised records* Producing lists, information and data as required* Typing, word processing and other IT based tasks* Sorting and distributing mail* Ensuring reprographics requests are fulfilled on time* Operating relevant equipment/ICT packages (e.g. word, excel, databases, spreadsheets, internet)* Maintaining stock and supplies, cataloguing and distributing as required* Assisting in ordering uniform* Providing general advice and guidance to staff, pupils and others* Undertaking general financial administration e.g. processing orders#### Qualifications & ExperienceWe would like to hear from you if you have:* NVQ2 or equivalent qualification* Good numeracy/literacy skills* Minimum of two years' school office experience* Experience of general clerical/administrative* Knowledge of safeguarding procedures for young people* Experience of Reception duties including dealing with visitors to the AcademyFor a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.#### Professional Development & BenefitsOur people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about on our website.# **Before you start your application...**#### **Email communication**Please remember to check your junk mail folders for our email communications. You will receive a confirmation email once you submit, or save the progress, of your application. Please check your junk/spam folder and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. This is important to ensure you are kept up to date on the status of your application and to avoid delays in the recruitment process.#### **Applying online**We strongly advise that you complete the personal information section first and then save the progress of your application. You can return at any time to update and complete the rest of the application. Please ensure you regularly save the progress of your application to avoid losing any data.Once saved, you will receive an email with instruction on how to retrieve your application using a unique code.#### **To submit an application, you’ll need to have ready:**#### **Using your CV or LinkedIn profile to apply:**To reduce the application time, you will have the option to upload a CV or use your LinkedIn profile when applying for the job. The information in your CV or LinkedIn profile will auto populate the relevant sections of the online application, but please ensure you check this before submitting.If you have applied to work with us before, you can reuse and update an existing application.Visit our page for FAQs and support with completing your application.We look forward to receiving your application.* Personal information about you* Details of your education and employment history* Details of any qualifications and training gained* A CV and/or supporting statement to upload
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