This post could suit either a full-time or part-time/job share candidate, individual applications are welcomed with an indication of preference for working hours and days of the week.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and efficient Administrator & Receptionist to be the welcoming ‘face’ of MGGS and join our busy, friendly team. The successful candidate will present MGGS to the public in a professional manner and should be well presented and have a confident, helpful and professional telephone manner.

The postholder will provide a range of administrative support along with reception duties to support the school, covering for example the operation of the switchboard, greeting parents/carers and other visitors to the school; ensuring visitors are efficiently and professionally looked after, that visitors comply with safeguarding requirements.

Previous administration experience is essential as is front desk/switchboard experience and strong IT skills are essential. Experience of working in a school environment would be an advantage.

The postholder is required to work for 40 weeks per year. The postholder will receive a payment in respect of their pro rata entitlement to Annual Leave appropriate to their grade, Bank Holidays and the KCC concessionary day which is included in the salary above.

Maidstone Grammar School for Girls is a very successful selective girls’ school of 1220 students with a mixed sixth form of approximately 340. Since July 2019 we have been appointed by the Department for Education as a Computer Hub in recognition of the expertise the school has evidenced in Computing Education and will take a lead in training teachers across the south east in the delivery of Computing. The post offers the opportunity to work with intellectually able young people in a supportive and friendly environment. Staff benefits include strong support for professional development and healthcare scheme.

Full details and an application pack are available from the school’s website https://www.mggs.org/joining-us/join-our-team/vacancies/

Applicants should complete our application form and email, along with a covering letter, to the Headteacher’s PA. Applicants are strongly encouraged to also complete our Equal Opportunities & Recruitment Monitoring Form. If you require any additional information please contact Ms Starns, PA to the Headteacher via email: mstarns@mggs.org

Applicants should complete our application form and email, along with a covering letter, to the Headteacher’s PA, Miss Starns via email: mstarns@mggs.org