Job Overview
St Joseph’s College requires two self-motivated and organised members of staff to join as Receptionist/Administrators for managing the Front Reception Desk and associated administrative tasks for both the Prep and Senior School.
The successful candidates will provide a high quality and efficient service including welcoming visitors to the College, operating the telephone system, responding to parents via email and complete pupil registration and other administrative tasks. The post holders will have the ability to deal sensitively with a wide range of people; and absolute confidentiality is essential. Excellent IT skills are required and experience of working in a school is desirable. The roles are term-time 7.30am-4pm including inset, administration and training days.
This is an exciting time to become part of our dynamic team. Situated in the heart of Reading, St Joseph’s College is the leading independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 in Berkshire.
For us, success is about more than just exam results or awards. We celebrate each pupil as an individual, and aspire for them to leave St Joseph’s as mature and confident citizens, ready to tackle life head on with energy and vigour. You will be fully supportive of the College Catholic tradition and expected to contribute to the full life of the School.
For further details about the school and to access the recruitment pack, please visit our website at: https://www.sjcr.org.uk/job-vacancies/
Applicants for this post need to complete the application form and return it together with a covering letter to recruitment@sjcr.org.uk or alternatively sent by post to Mrs Guest, HR Coordinator, St Joseph’s College, Upper Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5JT. Electronic application is encouraged and preferred.
Closing date: 12 Noon, Friday 1 August 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 5 August 2025
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. #J-18808-Ljbffr