£7,784.87 - £8,032.08 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Part Time

14 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

July 2025 Start

We are looking for a friendly and proactive Receptionist to join our team at Maltings Academy. As the first point of contact for visitors and callers, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming and professional environment for pupils, parents, staff and the wider community.

You will manage incoming calls and emails, greet visitors, support with administrative duties and ensure the smooth running of the school's front office. As part of our wider administrative team, you will also support internal communications, appointments, post and deliveries, and assist in providing first aid when required (training provided).

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy, people facing role and wants to be part of a supportive school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working in a reception or customer service role.
• Is confident using IT and general office systems.
• Can communicate clearly and professionally with a range of stakeholders.
• Is calm under pressure and able to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Enjoys being part of a team and has a genuine passion for supporting students.

About Maltings Academy

Maltings is an 11-16 academy based in Witham, Essex. Situated between the cities of Chelmsford and Colchester, the academy has 900 students on roll and benefits from a purpose-built building that was constructed in 2011. There are excellent transport links to London which enables our staff and young people to take full advantage of the wealth of opportunities that London provides. Free car parking facilities are available on site.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact us.

Closing date : 29th June 2025

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.