Job reference: 005657
Salary: £18,516 - £18,809
Location: Elms Bank
Hours Per Week: 30
Closing date: 02/11/2026

Job Details

Receptionist - Elms Bank

(30 Hours per Week) Tuesday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm

Term Time Plus 5 Days

Are you a friendly, organised and professional administrator who enjoys working with people? Elms Bank School is seeking a welcoming Receptionist to be the first point of contact for pupils, families, visitors and professionals.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will provide high-quality reception and administrative support, manage enquiries, welcome visitors, maintain safeguarding procedures and help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills, experience of working in a busy reception or customer-facing environment, and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service. Experience of Microsoft Office is essential, and experience of working within a school environment and using MIS systems would be advantageous.

In return, you will join a supportive and dedicated team committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment for our pupils.

If you are professional, approachable and able to work effectively on your own initiative, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and play a key role in creating a positive first impression of Elms Bank School.


Why Join Elms Bank School and College

Our school is full of energy, care, and a strong sense of community. Guided by our vision, “Excellence for All,” we are committed to providing high-quality education tailored to each pupil’s individual needs. We offer specialist pathways and a broad, meaningful curriculum enriched with real-life experiences, all designed to raise aspirations and develop confidence, independence, and resilience.


We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff


We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step. We are a values driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour.


We would be happy to arrange a visit to the school, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.

Please contact Elms Bank School on 0161 766 1597 or by emailing Zara Bloomfield bloomfield.z@elmsbank.oaklp.co.uk to arrange a visit.


Our Employee Benefits

At Oak Learning Partnership, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress, and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:


  • Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
  • A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
  • Networking opportunities across our trust
  • Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme
  • Healthcare plan through Medicash and is an easy to use health insurance. The health cash plan provides cashback towards your everyday healthcare bills, benefiting from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your wellbeing. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals
  • Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.


Application

To apply, follow the link - https://ce0218li.webitrent.com/ce0218li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=486436cxPO&VACANCY_ID=0821556Gf9

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.

For further information about the role please contact Elms Bank School on

0161 766 1597 or by emailing bloomfield.z@elmsbank.oaklp.co.uk


Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the Trust's safer recruitment procedures. This requirement applies irrespective of any existing DBS certificate held through the DBS Update Service.


Oak Learning Partnership


Our trust is cross phase and consists of primary, special, and secondary schools. We have a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach.


‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’.