Receptionist/Administration Officer – Beacon Hill Academy

Dudley Academies Trust is looking for a skilled and experienced Receptionist to work at a Beacon Hill Academy.

You will be the initial point of contact for incoming phone calls, visitors, parents and learners.

We are looking for someone who has excellent, written, communication, and organisation skills with the ability to be able to relate to parents, colleagues, and learners to build positive ongoing relationships.

In addition, to the receptionist role you will also support the Academy by providing a flexible, productive and responsive administrative service across a range of departments so versatility and resourcefulness is essential.

Dudley Academies Trust was formed in September 2017 under the sponsorship of Dudley College of Technology.  Our Trust schools are St James Academy, The Link Academy, Pegasus Academy, Beacon Hill Academy and Blowers Green Primary.  The Trust when combined with the sponsor, annually supports 8,500 young people aged 4 to 19 years old and employs almost 1,300 staff.

The Trust recognises that our staff are our most valuable asset and investing in our people is a key strategic priority for the Trust. A common and extensive programme of staff development operates across the Trust, this is extended to senior and middle leaders, aspiring leaders, teaching and support staff and non-qualified teachers.

You will be joining the Trust at an exciting time as we are continuing our journey to provide a first-class education for the young people of Dudley, with outstanding teaching and learning being the Trust’s foremost priority.

Closing date – 4 July 2021 - we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. 

All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks, where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity.

Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled, and black and ethnic minority applicants.