Receptionist - Long Term Absence Cover - Temporary

Amherst School, Sevenoaks

• Ref:KCC886-2141-198S
• Posted:09/03/2023
• Pay:Kent Range 5
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:22/03/2023 at 08:00
• Interviews:Wednesday 29th March

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Amherst School is looking to appoint an outstanding Receptionist to join our friendly school office team to cover a period of long term absence. We are looking for someone with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude with the ability to organise and prioritise workload. A flexible nature and attention to detail is essential along with a good sense of humour.

Previous experience of working within a school office and knowledge of SIMS is desirable, however, full training will be given.

Ideally you will have:

• Previous experience working in a reception/administrative role
• Good interpersonal skills and telephone manner
• A good working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Good Numeracy and Literacy skills
• Good organisational skills
• First aid experience (training will be provided)

This position will be term time only, 22.5 hours per week, worked Monday to Wednesday 8:00am – 4:00pm.  This is a job share with a Receptionist working Thursday and Friday.   

The full time equivalent salary for this position is £20,595.  The pro rata pay for working 22.5 hours term time only is £10,542, paid in twelve installments of £878 per month.

We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01732 452577, or email office@amherst.kent.sch.uk

Amherst School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA barred list for children. 

Information about the school

Amherst School is a three-form entry junior school in Sevenoaks. The majority of our children transfer from Riverhead Infants School.

Our Ofsted inspection in May 2022 reported that:

Amherst School is a warm and welcoming community where leaders do whatever it takes to help every child flourish. Pupils love their time at school, not least because of the enormous range of opportunities on offer.

Pupils describe the school as a special place to be. This environment helps pupils to become remarkably confident and self-assured. Their exceptional behaviour and attitudes reflect the school’s values of trust, kindness, determination, politeness, fairness and cooperation.

Leaders have planned a broad and varied curriculum. Pupils develop a love of learning due to engaging experiences within and beyond the school.

Leaders maximise their impact through the way they inspire, motivate and develop others.

Without exception, staff say that the headteacher is considerate of their workload and well-being.

Governors are part of the school’s open and honest culture. They provide robust challenge to the leaders, which leaders listen to and act upon. Governors know the school well and are right to have confidence in its leadership.

Should a suitable candidate apply, we reserve the right to close the advertisement at an earlier date. Early applications are welcome.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr A B Reid
• Address:Witches Lane, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 2AX
• Telephone: (01732) 452577
• Email: finance@amherst.kent.sch.uk