Receptionist
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to supportive role in a school setting, flexible hours, but relatively low pay and limited career development.
- Salary: £24,413/year (pro-rata)
- Part-time hours during term time
- Engage with school community as initial contact point
- Suitable for those with a passion for school administration
Pros
- Flexible part-time hours during school terms
- Opportunity to engage with school community as the first point of contact
- Chance to develop administrative skills in an educational environment
Cons
- Lower salary for administrative roles
- Limited career progression within the role
- Potentially high-stress environment during busy periods
Who it's for
Entry-level / Early Career • Part-time, onsite
Good fit
- Individuals at the start of their career looking for school experience
- Those with strong interpersonal skills
- People interested in school community engagement
Not recommended for
- Candidates seeking high-salary or high-responsibility positions
- Individuals wanting flexible working beyond school hours
- Professionals looking for set administrative roles without variability
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
ROLE: RECEPTIONIST
NJC Grade 2 SCP 2 (£24,413 FTE - this will be subject to pro rata, actual salary £12,809 pa
Permanent – 22.5 hours per week, Term-time only. 3 days, 8.15am to 4.15pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday
CLOSING DATE: Monday 17th NOVEMBER 2025 12.00 noon
The Governors of Ruskin Community High School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated individual to join their Reception Team. The successful candidate will need to be motivated, solution focused and flexible. Ideally you would have at least one years’ experience of working in a school. You must be open to change, should work well as part of a committed team and must be able to cope with the various demands of working in a busy, engaging, exciting and successful secondary school.
The main focus of this role is to:
• Act as initial point of contact for visitors to the school
• Provide a reception and telephone answering service (both internal and external)
• Undertake a range of administrative duties
Candidates will demonstrate:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive approach in meeting deadlines
• Excellent organisational skills
• A clear commitment when supporting the overall ethos and aims of the School
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
To apply on line please follow the link to https://ruskin.face-ed.co.uk
For an application pack and further details of this position you can also visit the School Website at www.ruskinhighschool.co.uk or email recruitment@ruskin.cheshire.sch.uk
Application forms must be returned for the attention of Miss H Goodwin, School Business Manager. It is acceptable to send applications via email to recruitment@ruskin.cheshire.sch.uk or by post to Ruskin Community High School, Ruskin Road, Crewe, CW2 7JT.
Please note – CVs will not be accepted.
Ruskin Community High School is an equal opportunities employer. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references.
Telephone enquiries about the post will be welcomed if applicants require any further information at any time on 01270 560514.
It will not be possible to acknowledge application forms nor to inform unsuccessful candidates that an appointment has been made. The vacancy will close sooner if we receive a large number of applications. Please be advised that this post will be advertised on CEC Website, Ruskin Website and internally
