School Secretary

Job Introduction

Job Title:  Receptionist

Salary: £11,228-11,404 per annum (pro-rata)

FTE: £24,796-25,185

Grade Scale:  Scale 2

Contract: Permanent Job Share 3 days per week 08:30-15:30 Term Time only including some TE days

Location:  St. Andrew's C of E First School, Hewell Road, Barnt Green, B45 8NG

An exciting opportunity has become available to join St Andrew’s C of E First School as a member of the School Office team on a part time, permanent basis.

We are a very popular school, catering for pupils between 4 and 9 years of age. We encourage the children to care and support one another and aim to provide a family atmosphere where children can achieve their full potential.

Main Purpose:

We are looking for an individual with enthusiasm and a passion for helping others who will:

• Support the administrative function of the school, undertaking reception duties, answering telephone calls and dealing with face-to-face enquiries. General office duties will include photocopying, signing in visitors, assisting with pupils and liaising with parents/carers and staff. Training will be given to the successful candidate;
• Be enthusiastic, have effective customer service skills, a good sense of humour and be able to work well under pressure;
• Have flexible skills, a good telephone manner and the ability to deal professionally with parents/carers, pupils, staff and visitors;
• Possess computer skills (knowledge of Word and Excel is essential), excellent communication skills, can work as part of a team and willingness to undertake training;
• Be a ‘people person’ demonstrating exceptional inter-personal skills;
• Be committed to safeguarding all children
• Possess excellent organisational and prioritising skills;
• Motivate to inspire others in the pursuit of excellence;
• Promote inclusion as the heart of school improvement.

For further information please contact:  hr@st-andrewscofe.worcs.sch.uk

Thank you for your interest in St Andrew's C of E First School, we look forward to receiving your application form

Benefits:

• A supportive and caring community of staff, pupils and governors
• Employer Contributions to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Opportunities for CPD and career progression

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrate the diversity of all residents.

Application Closing Date: 6 April 2026
  Anticipated Interview Date: w.c. 13 April 2026