Receptionist/Welfare Assistant

Job Description

We have a vacancy for a Receptionist/Welfare Assistant to work at both Henry Moore Primary School and Milwards Primary School for 4 days per week.

This is a part-time term postbutthe successful applicant will be required to work some non-pupil days and some weeks/days in the holidays.

Responsible to the Health and Safety Co-ordinator/Pastoral Manager and the Headteacher

The hours of work are to be agreed, but will be between 7.30 am to 5.45 pm.

Salary: NJC Scale 3, Point 5 - Point 6, dependent upon experience.
FTE is £25,496 - £25,889, including £706 fringe. Actual salary dependant on hours worked.

Start Date : As soon as possible.

Closing Date : Friday 17th January at Midday

If interested, you can find our application form here: application-form.docx or you can pick up a copy from the school office.

Out Privacy Notice can be found here privacy-notice-for-job-applicants-september-2023.pdf

Harlow Inspirational Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment, and the successful applicant will be expected to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check. We may also carry out a Social Media check.

Job Description

Main responsibilities -

· To administer basic first aid to pupils, staff and visitors to school.

· To administer lifesaving medication, based on the individual medical care plans.

· Front line reception duties.

· Midday Assistant Duty when necessary

· To attend to the basic personal health and welfare needs of pupils.

· Keeping staffroom tidy and clean

· Restocking toilets and cleaning when necessary

Procedures/tasks -

· Photocopying

· Laminating

· Answering telephone calls and taking messages

· Greeting visitors, supervising signing in/out

· To receive deliveries

· Medical practical and clerical

· Supervision of pupils

· Cleaning, including bodily fluids

· Admin/Clerical duties

· Any other duties required by the school

Attributes required -

· Excellent telephone manner.

· Ability to deal tactfully and confidently, ensuring that enquiries from visitors, parents, staff and pupils are dealt with confidentially.

· Numerate & Literate.

· Cheerful, polite & conscientious.

· Smart professional appearance.

· ICT skills.

· Flexibility and able to work on own initiative.

This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. It describes the way the Receptionist/Welfare assistant is expected to perform and complete the particular duties as set out above. The duties may be varied to meet the needs of the school.

Harlow Inspirational Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment, and the successful applicant will be expected to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check. We may also carry out a Social Media check.