Job Title: Receptionist & Administrative Assistant (1 x Permanent & 1 x FTC up to July 2026)

Location: St Clare's School DE3 9AZ

Grade/Scale: Support Pay Scale C £24,790-£25,584 FTE (Actual salary £21,416-£21,755)

Contract: 37 hours per week, (term time only 39 weeks)   

Are you highly organised, approachable, and passionate about delivering excellent customer service? St Clares School is looking for 2 x Receptionist & Administration Assistants to be the welcoming face of our school and a key part of our administrative team.

What You’ll Do

• Be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and carers, ensuring a professional and friendly experience.
• Manage reception duties, including visitor sign-in and safeguarding protocols.
• Provide vital administrative support: handling correspondence, managing attendance and dinner registers, and maintaining student records.
• Liaise with parents and external agencies, supporting communication across the school community.
• Assist with admissions, breakfast club administration, and financial processes like ParentPay.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in administration (school experience desirable).
• Proficiency with IT systems and attention to detail.
• Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding.

Why Join Us?

At St Clares School, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our students. We offer opportunities for professional development and a positive working environment where your contribution truly matters.

Please see the attached Application pack including a welcome from the Head of School and more information about St Clare's School and Esteem MAT.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Claire Walters (Regional Business Lead) via email on cwalters@esteemmat.co.uk (no agencies please)

Benefits Include: 

- Teacher's Pension Scheme / LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions) 

- Generous holiday entitlement 

- Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.  

- Access to National College CPD platform.  

For further information, please contact Debra Sibley (HR Advisor) on dsibley@esteemmat.co.uk

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date