Salary: FTE - £25,621 per annum, Actual salary £22,800.43
Grade: CD, SCP 3
Contract: Fixed term
Hours: Term time only, 37 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8am-4pm
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Grove Road Community Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive school at an exciting point in its journey, rooted in strong relationships and a clear sense of purpose.
We are proud of our PRIDE values- Passionate, Resilient, Intrepid, Dependable and Empathetic- which underpin everything we do for our children, families and staff.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Receptionist/Administrator who s our commitment to:
- Outstanding communication – you’ll be confident and approachable, with excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with parents, staff, visitors, and external agencies.
- Efficiency and organisation – from managing front desk duties to maintaining accurate records, your attention to detail and ability to prioritise will help keep our school running smoothly.
- Teamwork – you’ll work closely with colleagues across the school and contribute positively to our collaborative culture.
- Discretion and professionalism – as a key member of our administrative team, confidentiality and integrity are essential.
Who we are looking for:
- Experience working in a school or busy office environment is desirable but not essential. Training will be provided.
- Strong IT skills, including confidence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Microsoft 365).
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Calm, approachable, and flexible under pressure.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people.
In return we will offer you:
- A welcoming, caring and dedicated staff who are committed to providing the best outcomes for our children.
- A strong, ambitious and supportive leadership team.
- A nurturing, inclusive culture and ethos that recognises the efforts of all members of the school community.
Applicants are advised to read the job description and person specification fully prior to completing an application form.
Our school is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting child welfare. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. All candidates will be required to provide identification if invited for interview. References will be checked.
Completed application forms should be returned via email to [email protected] no later than Friday 14th August 2026.
Key Documents:
Job Description.pdf
Application Form.docx
Key Dates:
Closing date: 14/08/2026
Interview date: 19/08/2026
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