Academy Receptionist and Administrator (Fixed Term Cover)

About The Role
We are in search of an Academy Administrator/Receptionist who will serve as the friendly face of the school, creating a positive initial impression for all visitors, students, and staff, while also providing essential administrative support. This position is primarily located at the Older Years Site, with occasional duties at the Younger Years Site.

Our ideal candidate will possess:
- Outstanding communication abilities, capable of managing challenging situations with tact, confidence, and professionalism. You may encounter unexpected circumstances that require both resilience and diplomacy.
- Exceptional written and spoken English skills.
- Experience in efficiently managing administrative and clerical systems in a school or customer service setting.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.

To apply, please fill out the application form at https://kingsolomonacademy.org/jobs/vacancies.

The application deadline is **23 April 2026**. Please be aware that we will review applications continuously, and this posting may close before the deadline depending on the response level. Early applications are encouraged. For further information or to discuss the position, please reach out to Abi Saleh, PA to Principal, at a.saleh@kingsolomonacademy.org.

Benefits
We believe in setting high standards, collaborating effectively, demonstrating kindness, and taking the lead. Through regular individual coaching, time for year group intellectual preparation, and comprehensive professional development, we are dedicated to your growth and development as an educator, ensuring that you can create an optimal learning environment for our students to flourish.

Our commitment to professional development ensures a rewarding and positive growth journey for successful candidates. With collaborative planning sessions, numerous training days, and access to resources and opportunities within the Ark network, we are here to support our teachers in thriving.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/.

About Us
We are a genuine all-through institution, with students remaining with us from nursery through sixth form across two sites, just a ten-minute walk apart. This structure allows us a unique opportunity to significantly influence our students' lives over the long term, starting in our primary school where they develop a love for learning.

Our school has a proven track record of making a meaningful impact on students' lives. We utilize a mastery approach in primary education, granting our pupils ample time and explicit instruction in the skills and concepts vital for academic success, complemented by a rich and culturally enhancing curriculum that inspires and engages them. Our specialist teaching model provides pupils with access to expert instruction in subjects such as PE, music, art, humanities, and science, allowing all staff the time needed for thorough subject planning.

In September 2019, we merged with Ark Paddington Green Academy to form a unified King Solomon Academy, with Nursery-Year 4 located at our Younger Years Site (Crompton Street) and Year 5-Year 13 at the Older Years Site (Penfold Street). In May 2021, we launched a purpose-built nursery for children aged 2-4 years. Our Younger Years Site features spacious outdoor areas, including a beautiful global food garden and a woodland garden where we conduct Forest School activities for EYFS and KS1. Upper Key Stage 2 students benefit from sharing resources with secondary, such as a large multi-use games area, basketball courts, science laboratories, and specialized music equipment.

Visit kingsolomonacademy.org/jobs to discover more about us.

Diversity and Inclusion:
We strive to create a diverse and inclusive organization where every staff member and student can perform at their best and reach their full potential. We aim to reflect and represent diverse perspectives throughout our organization, knowing that this enhances our strength and effectiveness. To learn more about Ark’s commitments to diversity and inclusion, please click this link.

Safeguarding Statement:
Ark is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. To fulfill this responsibility, our academies adhere to a thorough selection process to deter and screen out unsuitable candidates.

All employees are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Prior to appointment, you must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may result in the termination of employment. However, disclosing a criminal background will not automatically disqualify you from employment; this will depend on the nature of the offense(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.

Please note that we will be reviewing applications continuously, and this position may close earlier than advertised depending on the number of responses. We highly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.