Receptionist/Administrative Assistant - Cannock Chase High School
Salary Grade 4, 21.25 hours per week term time only (39.2 weeks per year). 2 positions available. We are seeking to appoint 2 part‑time Receptionists with excellent customer service skills to provide a professional and welcoming service to our visitors, working as part of the Business Services Team and supporting with general administration. The school Reception is open from 8:00 – 4:00 pm daily during term time and the normal working hours will be split between postholders within these times. As the first point of contact you will be familiar with the whole school structure and procedures, and will confidently answer general enquiries. You will have a solutions‑focused aptitude and will liaise with colleagues across the school to resolve ad‑hoc and specific enquiries efficiently.
The successful candidates will also be trained to administer medication to students, keeping accurate records of treatment. We are looking for someone who will provide a warm and professional welcome in all forms of communication and have experience of working in a busy reception or office environment. Effective communication and excellent organisational skills will be essential for the role. You will be able to handle a variety of tasks quickly and efficiently in a calm manner and deal with competing deadlines and interruptions.
Closing Date
Monday 10 November 2025, 12.00 noon
How To Apply
* Application Guidance Notes
* Job Description and Person Specification
A successful application will include
* A completed School Application Form
* A Letter of Application (of no more than two sides of A4), outlining how your skills and experience to date meet the requirements of this post
Cannock Chase High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
The job description and person specification are available from the Headteacher at the school or via the website: https://www.cannockchasehigh.com/about-us/jobs-at-cchs. All applications must be on the school Application Form (which is also available from the school or via the website); CVs alone are not acceptable. Completed applications are to be e‑mailed to Iain Turnbull, Headteacher, at headteacher@cannockchasehigh.com.
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