School Receptionist - London, United Kingdom - Cognita Schools

Cognita Schools
Cognita Schools
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London, United Kingdom

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Country:
United Kingdom

  • Type of Job: School Non-Teaching
  • Duration: Full-Time
  • Deadline: 16/02/2024

About the School:


The Role:


About the School - At North Bridge House Senior Canonbury, we are on a constant journey of getting to know every student as an individual; because we understand that success is not just about academic achievement, but also about every child finding and realising their true personal potential.


From ages 11 to 18, we take a personalised approach to ensuring our students' success, placing their needs and interests at the heart of school life.

We deliver an academically rigorous, character-building education using research-informed teaching methods, which are differentiated to stretch and challenge every pupil within a supportive environment.


Our focus is on understanding the whole child, enriching their whole school experience, and promoting their wellbeing, to ensure that every pupil finds a direction in life that truly reflects their unique talents and personality - so they are set on a clear journey, to find their True North.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for a
School Receptionist to join our fantastic team.


About Cognita
Launched in 2004, Cognita is an extraordinary community of diverse yet connected schools, spanning seventeen different countries.


We share one common purpose:
to deliver an outstanding holistic education that will enable our students to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

With over 100 schools in Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and the United States, we employ 18,000 teaching and support staff in the care and education of more than 90,000 students.


Our schools provide a truly holistic education based on rich and varied experiences that focus on social, emotional, physical and cognitive learning.

This results in excellent academic outcomes for our students, who are also equipped with the agency, adaptability and positive attitudes to set them up for success in our fast changing world.


About the role

Key Responsibilities will include, (but not limited to):

  • General administration duties including formatting and sending correspondence, diary management, and responding to student and teacher enquiries
  • Maintain accurate pupil information and files and ensure correlation to hard files.
  • To order stock when necessary and ensure that supplies are kept topped up, such as stationery and water orders.
  • To meet and greet parents and visitors upon arrival.
  • Act as a distribution point for reports, external mail, and deliveries
  • To liaise with the site team to ensure reception and communal staff areas are kept tidy and wellstocked.

Who we are looking for:


To be considered for this role you will have experience working in a similar role and be computer literate and proficient on Microsoft Office.

We would also expect;

  • Confident and professional manner
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Excellent organisation and time management skills
  • Ability to prioritise and multitask
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication
  • Flexibility in relation to working hours

How to Apply:

How to Apply


Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.


We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races.

We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.


EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.

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