School Receptionist

We have a lot to offer across school, polite pupils who are willing to learn and a positive and forward-thinking team on an exciting journey. We are looking for an experienced School Receptionist to join our staff team.

To support this position and secure excellent outcomes we can offer excellent professional development opportunities led by our senior leadership team alongside the NST.

The successful applicant will:

• Provide a professional, friendly and welcoming service for parents and visitors.


• Work directly with the School Business Manager and the office team.


• Have experience of a busy school office environment.


• Be responsible for the Breakfast and After School Club bookings and payments on Squid.


• Undertake a variety of office duties.


• Manage the sQuid school meal platform.


• Process School Milk.


• Type and distribute letters, newsletters and memos to staff, parents, pupils and Governors as appropriate.


• Administer the school website.


• Have the ability to work well under their own initiative and as part of a wider team;


• Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.


Visits to the school are welcomed. To arrange a visit or request an application pack, please contact Shelagh Bagnall (School Business Manager)

Cantrell Primary and Nursery School is a warm and friendly school located in Bulwell, Nottingham. It is one of 34 schools which make up the Nottingham Schools Trust (NST).

Full Time: 35 hours a week 39 weeks per year/term time only
Working hours are 08:30 - 4:00pm (12-month fixed term contract initially)
Payscale: (Grade C, SP 4-5) £23,114 - £23,500 (FTE) Actual £19,877 - £20,209 (pro rata)

Are you an experience school receptionist?

"Many pupils enjoy coming to this school because of the strong friendships they form."

The school has established routines to promote a positive learning environment."

Ofsted, March 2024