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We are looking for a flexible and enthusiastic person to provide an effective Reception and Admin Service within our Reception/Admissions team. Duties will include providing a reception service across both Chelmsford College sites and providing admin/admissions support when required. It is essential to have good IT and communication skills and be able to work accurately under pressure.
At busy times of the year candidates will need to be flexible in their working hours. Availability to provide holiday & sickness cover, extra cover during enrolment and for showcase & parents evenings will be required.
The hours for the role are detailed below they will be adjusted to accommodate Showcase/enrolment and other events. Occasionally you will be required to provide sickness or annual leave cover up to 19.30.
Term Time Hours
Monday 08:00 - 12:30
Tuesday 13:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 14:30 - 18:00
Thursday 14:00 - 19:00
Friday 13:00 - 17:00
Non-Term Time Hours
Monday 08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday 13:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 12:00 - 17:00
Thursday 12:00 - 17:00
Friday 13:00 - 17:00
The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.
Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
If you have any further questions, please e-mailemployment@chelmsford.ac.ukor apply on the college website https://www.chelmsford.ac.uk/our-college/vacancy.asp?id=17536
Applications will be considered upon receipt.
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 7th June 2026.
Information about the School
Chelmsford College Group
Chelmsford College has a wide range of opportunities for about 450 full and part time employees making us one of the largest employers in Chelmsford.
At Chelmsford College, we put the learner at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share these values. Our commitments to our learners are reflected in the breadth of employment opportunities we offer.
Whether you are an experienced teacher, or possess good vocational qualifications and experience in industry and are considering either full time or part time teaching in further education, we would be pleased to hear from you.
We also have opportunities in a wide range of learning and business support activities such as student support, learning technologies, technician roles, IT support, finance, estates, human resources and staff development, student admissions, and general administration.
Chelmsford College offers exceptional personal and professional development opportunities. Other benefits include final salary pension schemes, competitive salary and annual leave arrangements, on site sports & fitness centre, free courses, staff discounts arranged with local retailers and highly flexible working arrangements for many of our positions.