Required ASAP
30 hours per week (08.00 to 14.30)
40 weeks per year (39 term-time + 1 week holiday working)
LG Scale 3 (actual salary: £18,739-£19,029)

We are looking to appoint a friendly and professional Receptionist who will become the ‘welcoming face of our school’. As the first port of call for visitors, the successful candidate must be enthusiastic and approachable with an excellent telephone manner. This position includes some responsibility for clerical tasks. If you can multitask and work efficiently in a busy school office, this may be the job for you.

Applicants must possess proficient IT skills. A knowledge of Bromcom would be an advantage, although training will be given.

Mayflower High School is a happy, thriving and inclusive 11-18 comprehensive school which provides all students the opportunities with which to succeed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references. An online check will be carried out on shortlisted applicants.

Staff development, at all levels, is very important with an extensive programme of professional development which offers a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential.

Please apply via the Application Form found under Vacancies and note that CVs alone are not acceptable.

Closing date: 7 January 2026

We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Mayflower High School is dedicated to teacher training and works in partnership with a wide network of schools. This ensures diverse training opportunities, enriched by a wealth of experience.

All School Direct places at Mayflower High School for training in 2024-2025 are offered through the following accrediting providers:

• Mid-Essex ITT
• Essex Schools ITT