Receptionist - Part-time

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford, Aylesford

• Ref:KCC886-2030-181S
• Posted:15/12/2025
• Pay:VIAT 2 actual salary £3,913 pro rata FTE £24,991
• Start Date:TBC
• App Close Date:30/01/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

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7 hrs per week - 1 day

38 weeks per annum

Salary £3,913 pro rata per annum (VIAT 2 £24,991 FTE) – 7 hours

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.  

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:  30/01/2026

Interviews to be held: TBC

Please download the application form and send it to:l.jenner@aylesford.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 Aylesford is a two-form entry school for children aged 4 to 11, in the heart of the local community.

The school’s facilities, which have been extended to include a brand new library, classrooms and reception area, sit in a large outdoor space, with a forest school, and well-equipped sports and play areas.

As an Outstanding school, Aylesford prides itself on working together with pupils and parents to ensure every child is motivated to achieve their very best. They are pleased to have achieved the Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing Award and were also Kent Literacy Award Winners.

Job Contact Information

• Name:VIAT HR
• Address:Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7JU
• Telephone: 0303 303 0000 opt 5
• Email: recruitment@viat.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy
• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• Job description/Job specification