School Receptionist - Term Time

Horton Kirby CEP School, Dartford

• Ref:KCC886-5215-58S
• Posted:19/01/2022
• Pay:KR3
• Start Date:February 2022
• App Close Date:31/01/2022 at 12:00
• Interviews:8th February

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We wish to appoint a committed and enthusiastic person able to help manage a busy reception, deal with students and the public and share the varied duties of the administration team. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential, as is a good sense of humour.

A calm and professional manner is essential along with adaptability and the ability to multi-task and respect confidential information relating to staff, students and families. It is important the successful candidate can offer good communication skills and is proficient with Microsoft Office as well as SIMs.

Responsibilities and duties will be varied, as would be expected in a busy office environment, but will include reception duties, welcoming school visitors, contacting parents in regard to attendance and assisting team members in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the office. The role will also include some pastoral support for children, including the administering of first aid, for which training is provided. 

The hours of work are 8:45am -3:30pm with a half hour lunch break, Monday-Friday (31.25 hours per week).

We are willing to consider this being split bewteen 2 part time/job share roles for the right candidates. 

Horton Kirby Church of England Primary School and its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check/CRB with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Information about the school

Horton Kirby CE Primary School is a Church of England school and a one-form entry setting, made up of seven classes. Opened in 1970, we are a village school with strong links to the local community and excellent relationships with our supportive parents.

Our current school roll is 220 pupils, and we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for all. Our curriculum is aspirational and designed to provide children with rich opportunities, inspire curiosity and encourage them to ask questions and deepen their understanding of the world around them. It is also diverse, promoting equality, inclusion and respect for all.

Our facilities include a designated sensory space known as the Ocean Room, a calm and reflective space called the Forest Room, and a dedicated Creativity and Innovation Room to support imaginative and exploratory learning. In addition, we are fortunate to have our own Forest School set within the beautiful grounds of our school fields, providing rich outdoor learning opportunities.

Our staff team is welcoming, experienced and highly committed, with many colleagues having worked at the school for a number of years. This stability contributes to the strong, collaborative ethos that underpins our work.

We aim to provide a caring and stimulating atmosphere at the school alongside high expectations of behaviour for both staff and children. To this end staff work co-operatively and professionally together to provide for our pupils. As of May 2023, the school has been graded GOOD in all areas other than Early Years in which we received an OUTSTANDING grading by OFSTED.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr G K Pollard
• Address:Horton Road, Horton Kirby, Dartford , Kent, DA4 9BN
• Telephone: (01322) 863278
• Email: office@hortonkirby.kent.sch.uk