School receptionist/administrator

As Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, students, and staff, delivering a professional, friendly, and welcoming service. You will manage communications, support school administration, maintain safeguarding procedures, and help ensure the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the school office in a busy and vibrant environment. This is a term-time only position, plus 5 INSET days, working Monday to Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm and Friday from 8:00am to 3:00pm. This role offers an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, pastoral‑led Catholic school community where every member of staff plays a vital role in helping young people flourish. Why work for The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School:

• Fantastic support from your line managers and SLT who genuinely want to see you succeed and thrive.
• Extensive CPD opportunities, including support for MA Study.
• To be part of an 11-18 provision with opportunities to teach in the sixth form and be part of the DOWAT Trust and the collaboration it offers.
• Bespoke CPD for new and emerging school leaders.
• Great support for NQT's including your own dedicated mentor, reduced teaching timetable and 'Outstanding' teacher programmes available.
• Our school has excellent transport links and is minutes away from the Piccadilly, Metropolitan and Central tube lines and is on the local bus route. We are located close by to the A40, M25 and M40 Motorways.
• Staff are encouraged to join in Extra‑Curricular activities and School visits, some overseas, are a strong feature of school life.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may close early if a suitable candidate is found.