Reception & Welfare Assistant - Chingford Academies Trust

We are seeking a friendly and efficient Reception & Welfare Assistant who will be based at South Chingford Foundation School (SCFS).

The role involves working as part of a busy school reception and administration team, providing a friendly and professional service to visitors, students and staff. You will be responsible for reception and administrative duties, handling enquiries, supporting school events, maintaining safeguarding procedures, and providing welfare and first aid support to students. This varied role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, a positive approach and a commitment to supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.

South Chingford Foundation School (SCFS) and Chingford Foundation School (CFS) have 120 years of combined history and experience in delivering a positive, aspirational environment for our students to flourish. Whilst we have continued to adapt to the changing world around us with the creation of our Multi Academy Trust, our commitment to helping students of all abilities and backgrounds achieve their dreams has only strengthened. We are incredibly proud of our staff and students and passionate about driving improving standards across the Trust, aspiring to offer a world class education and professional development model for all.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 9 November 2026.

If you are interested in applying, please complete the My New Term application form, explaining how your skills and experiences would help you succeed in this role at Chingford Academies Trust.

Interviews: TBC

We reserve the right to close this vacancy or interview early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure Check.

The Trust requires that all adults who work with pupils promote pupil safety and wellbeing; adhering to Trust policies to ensure effective Child Protection and Safeguarding provision, either directly or indirectly.