Are you friendly, professional and highly organised and committed to the safeguarding of children? We are looking for a dedicated receptionist to be the first point of contact for our School. This is a key role in the heart of our school, providing a warm welcome to pupils, parents staff and visitors and supporting the smooth day to day running of the school. Silverwood School, Chippenham campus, is a specialist setting supporting children and young people aged 4-11 with a wide range of complex needs. Our school provides tailored, inclusive education designed to help each pupil thrive. Here's what you can expect:

• A warm and welcoming school environment
• Supportive and friendly team
• Opportunities for training and development
• Making a real difference in children's daily school experience
What our staff are saying:
• "Silverwood has a real sense of community and we are forever evolving and changing as a school. It's a really exciting and inspirational place to work with fantastic people in every department and level in the school"
• "I absolutely love my job and look forward to coming into school every day. I love the team I work with and fully trust and respect them all. They support me 100% as I do them."
About the role:
• Greet all visitors, parents, and pupils in a courteous and professional manner
• Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and manage email correspondence
• Support staff with administrative tasks including data entry, filing, and document preparation
• Manage pupil attendance records and sign-in/sign-out procedures
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times
• Maintain a tidy and welcoming reception area
• Liaise with external services as needed
  
  Has a kind, professional and friendly manner
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is calm under pressure and able to manage competing priorities
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding
• Is confident in using Microsoft Office and School IT systems
  
  Permanent, Term time only, Mon - Fri, 8.00am - 3.30pm (37.5 hrs to include a 30 mins unpaid lunch)
Salary: Grade E (£17,819 - £18,389.77 pa)