Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

The Grove, part of the SEARCH Education Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and young people. The successful applicant will, therefore, be required to complete checks in line with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education with regard to DBS and other pre-employment checks.

We encourage applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population.

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

Salary: Scale 4 £30,288 to £31,611, pro rata, actual salary £27,532.96 to £28,735.61

Location: Haringey

Contract Term: Term time only, 36 hours per week (Monday - Friday (8:30am - 4:30pm)

Closing Date: 9 a.m. on Friday 18th September

The Grove is a vibrant and inclusive special school for young people with autism, located in Haringey and part of the SEARCH Education Trust. Our dedicated staff team is committed to supporting every pupil to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and aspirational environment. Community values and strong partnerships are at the core of our ethos, and we are immensely proud of the positive, supportive culture we’ve built together.

We are seeking a friendly and highly organised Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to join our front office team. As the first point of contact for the school, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming and professional environment for all visitors, callers, students, and staff.

The ideal candidate will be approachable, efficient, and proactive, with excellent interpersonal skills and a calm, positive manner. You will be responsible for ensuring the Front of House operates smoothly, maintaining a tidy and professional appearance at all times, and fostering strong, supportive relationships across the school community.

To learn more about our school and download our prospectus, please visit our website at www.thegroveschool.co.uk

NB: Please note that in line with the new Keeping Children Safe in Education updates, an online search will be conducted as part of our due diligence checks on all shortlisted candidates. CV's or incomplete application forms will not be considered. Only those that are shortlisted will be contacted by the school. Applications may be considered whilst the posts are being advertised. SEARCH Education Trust reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline. We advise early applications are submitted.