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Receptionist

Tarleton Academy

Preston

Salary
£23,155.61 - £23,895.24 Annually (Actual) FTE £26,016 - £26,847
Applications close
2 November 2026

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Job details

Salary
£23,155.61 - £23,895.24Annually (Actual) FTE £26,016 - £26,847
Location
Preston
Working pattern
Full time
Applications close
2 November 2026

What this pays

Actual pay

£23,156–£23,895 Actual

The annual salary this post-holder actually receives, after the contracted hours and working weeks are taken into account.

Full-time equivalent

£26,016–£26,847 FTE

The annual salary a full-time post-holder would receive. Part-time or term-time post-holders normally receive less than this figure.

As advertised: “£23,155.61 - £23,895.24 Annually (Actual) FTE £26,016 - £26,847”

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About the role

Tarleton Academy is looking for a proactive, personable and highly organised individual to join our thriving office team. As the first friendly face that parents, students and visitors meet, you will play a key part in creating the welcoming atmosphere our school is proud of. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy, people-focused environment and who can bring positivity, professionalism and a genuine desire to support our school community. You will help ensure our reception area runs smoothly, reflect the values of Tarleton Academy in every interaction, and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding as you guide visitors through their first steps into school life. As a member of our front office, you will: Front Desk & Reception Duties Act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and callers, ensuring a courteous, calm and friendly service at all times. Ensure all visitors follow safeguarding and security protocols, including signing in/out and adhering to school procedures. Maintain a welcoming and professional reception area. Administrative Support Work as an effective member of the Administration Team to support the wider needs of the school. Carry out a range of administrative tasks including filing, post handling, word processing, telephone enquiries, database entry and general office duties appropriate to the role. This post is full time (37 hrs), permanent and term time only plus two weeks. Working hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:00pm (3:30pm finish on Fridays)

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete our online application form in full, along with a personal statement to support your application and outline the relevant experience you can bring to Endeavour Learning Trust. Applications should be submitted by 9am on Monday 2nd November 2026 Interviews are to be held on w/c 2nd November 2026 If you require any further information please contact A Vose, Operations Manager at a.vose@tarletonacademy.org

SAFEGUARDING

Endeavour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

About Tarleton Academy

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Where this vacancy came from

Job reference
receptionist-tarleton-academy
Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
School employer
Posted by the original source
15 October 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
15 October 2026

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