Part Time Receptionist - Part-time

Valley Invicta Primary School at East Borough , Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-2172-235S
• Posted:01/07/2025
• Pay:VIAT 2
• Start Date:28th August 2025
• App Close Date:25/07/2025 at 23:45
• Interviews:Tuesday 19th August 2025

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18 hrs per week

Weds (11am – 4.15pm)

Thurs (8.15am – 4.15 pm)

Friday (11am – 4.15pm)

38 weeks per annum

Starting Salary £9,629 pro rata per annum (VIAT 2 £23,723 full time)

We are seeking to appoint a part time receptionist to work in conjunction with the current post holder on a job share basis. This is an important, front of house position in our busy school office and requires a friendly, yet professional person to greet our visitors with a smile.  Recent experience of reception work, preferably within a school office, is desirable but not essential.  A flexible approach to working hours within the times specified is required.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to work effectively as part of a team, be well organised, able to work well under pressure and able to readily adapt to the fast pace of change experienced by schools today.

Candidates must be computer literate and able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of Microsoft applications and the use of e-communication in the workplace. Although not essential, experience of using a SIMS database is desirable.

In return we can offer:

• Direct line management
• Experienced job share colleague
• A positive working environment
• Delightful, well-behaved children

Closing date:  Friday 25^th July 2025

Interviews to be held on: Tuesday 19^th August 2025

Please download the application form and send it to t.hennon@eastborough.viat.org.uk

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.

Information about the school

Valley Invicta Primary School at East Borough is a two-form entry school for children aged 4 to 11, with a Specialist Resource Provision, in the heart of the local community.

The school’s spacious facilities sit in a large outdoor space, with a forest school, and well-equipped sports and play areas. There are many extra-curricular activities on offer and bespoke spaces for music and ICT.

East Borough prides itself on working together with pupils and parents to ensure every child is encouraged to aim high. They are pleased to have achieved the Silver Sports Award and the Eco Schools Silver Award.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Terrie Hennon
• Address:Vinters Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 5DX
• Telephone: 01622 623772
• Email: t.hennon@eastborough.viat.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• The Recruitment of ex offenders policy
• Part Time Receptionist Job Description