The Farnley Academy, located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is looking for a dedicated Receptionist to be the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a professional telephone manner, solid computer literacy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Key responsibilities include managing front-line communication, handling administrative tasks, and providing support to both staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
The position offers visa sponsorship, making it a great option for qualified candidates seeking an opportunity in the UK.
If you have the skills and experience to thrive in a busy school environment, apply now to become a key member of The Farnley Academy team.
About Farnley Academy
The Farnley Academy is an Outstanding secondary school (Ofsted, September 2023) committed to delivering a high-quality education. With a strong track record in GCSE performance, the academy ensures that every student secures the Gift of Choice—the ability to shape their future through strong qualifications.
Beyond academics, students benefit from Enrichment++, a diverse co-curricular programme, including GORSE’s BIG 3 sports—rowing, karate, and volleyball—led by expert coaches. A dedicated pastoral team also provides exceptional support for student well-being.
Guided by the core values of resilience, ambition, and kindness, the academy upholds the highest standards, working closely with parents to prepare students for success in the 21st century.
Position: Receptionist
Salary: £23,656 – £24,404
Job Type: Part Time
Location: Leeds, UK
About the Role
The Farnley Academy are seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague to the role of Receptionist. This role is of great importance to our work as an Academy in ensuring a first-class reception service and administrative support to the Academy under the direction of the Reception Manager.
Qualifications
The ideal applicant will have:
- An excellent telephone manner.
- Computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to work on own or part of a team.
Benefits
What the school offers its staff
- As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
- Membership to a local government pension scheme.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
- Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
- £2k Cycle to work scheme.
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
Childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Medical
Online and social media
Prohibition from teaching
Right to work
Satisfactory references
Suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
If you are interested and suitably qualified for this role, please visit HERE for more Details
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Application Deadline
24th February 2025 (9am)