Job Description

Permanent Contract

Required from April 2026

Part-time: 15 hours per week / 38 weeks per year (term time only)

Days to be worked on a Monday & Tuesday

Scale 3 Point 4 - 5

Starting salary: £8,519 (actual per annum)

Resilience, Excellence, Respect

Colchester Academy is a thriving secondary school, looking to appoint a part time Receptionist. We are looking for a confident, committed and flexible individual with good communication and IT skills. Ideally the successful candidate will have had some experience of working in a school environment or a previous receptionist role. A good standard of general education is essential, as is a sense of humour.

Colchester Academy is a secondary school located in the heart of Colchester, Essex, and isgraded 'GOOD' by OFSTED (2018 and 2023). Part of a local Academy Chain, Penrose LearningTrust, this is an incredibly exciting time for us to appoint someone who is hard working, has high levels of integrity and passionately believes in the power of education to change lives.

We offer a positive and supportive workplace where staff go the extra mile, for students andfor each other. A place where we provide excellent opportunities for career progression andadvancement, and where the culture is one of equity and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.

This role provides excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement. Colchester Academy is committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, and the culture is one of equality and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.

To apply for this position an application form must be completed in full. Please also enclose a covering letter outlining your suitability for the post and the skills you will bring to the post.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the Academy, please contact Lindsay Ainger, 01206 878878.

Further details about the role and how to apply can be found at www.penroselearningtrust.uk

Closing date: 09:00am Tuesday 10 March 2026

Interview date: Friday 13 March 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Colchester Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Information about the School

Colchester Academy is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school situated in Colchester, Essex. Colchester Academy first opened in September 2010 and boasts a state of the art building with modern design and a wealth of technology. We are part of a small local Academy Chain, Penrose Learning Trust. Our core purpose is "To be the change for those who need it most", with our mission being "Striving for excellence; ensuring equity". This translates into the values of "Resilience; Excellence; Respect", these we live - everyday. We challenge students academically as well as providing a range of opportunities for them to receive a well-rounded learning experience.