For a busy and vibrant school such as Charlton School, the receptionist is far more than the person behind the front desk. As the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, visitors and external agencies, our receptionist plays a vital role in creating a positive first impression and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.

We are seeking a professional, organised and approachable individual to join our administration team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong administrative skills, a keen eye for detail and a commitment to supporting the high standards and values of our school.

At Charlton School, we are proud of our inclusive culture, strong community relationships and unwavering focus on ensuring every child can achieve success. As part of our administrative team, you will work alongside dedicated colleagues who are committed to providing exceptional support for students, families and staff.

If you are a friendly, flexible and highly motivated individual who enjoys making a difference every day, we would be delighted to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to become a valued member of a supportive team where your contribution will have a direct impact on the experience of everyone who enters our school.

Our School:

Charlton School in Wellington, Telford, is a well-established comprehensive secondary academy with a long tradition of serving its local community.

At Charlton we take pride in students’ progress, with learning at the heart of all we do. We know the importance of inspiring students to develop a thirst for learning, so our curriculum is broad, rich and matched to individuals’ needs.

Our emphasis on purposeful, relevant learning means that our students benefit from a range of visits, specialist teaching and extensive extra-curricular experiences. We aim for all our students to enjoy school, excel in their studies and attain outstanding outcomes.

Our vision is to nurture happy, healthy young people who have the knowledge, academic achievement and strength of character to lead safe and successful lives in modern Britain, preparing them for their next steps in education or employment with a thirst for lifelong learning.

At Charlton our ethos is built upon our three core values; we expect all members of the Charlton community to always exhibit these values:

Respect Responsibility Resilience:

As part of the Learning Community Trust since December 2018, we are dedicated to providing a broad and enriching education, underpinned by strong pastoral care that supports the holistic development of each student. Our curriculum includes core and Ebacc subjects alongside valuable qualifications in technology, media studies, and ICT.

Underpinning our commitment to student success is a parallel dedication to the professional growth of our staff. Charlton School fosters a culture of continuous improvement through a comprehensive Instructional Coaching programme, providing tailored support and development opportunities for all colleagues. This investment in our staff ensures the highest quality of teaching and learning across the academy. Furthermore, our centralised pastoral systems are designed to create a calm and purposeful learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive.

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please email your completed application to recruitment.charlton@lct.education. If you require any additional information or have any queries regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact us via the same email address.

Closing Date: 9.00 am on Monday 16th November 2026

The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders working in regulated activity with children, are required to have an enhanced DBS check (including a check on the children’s barred list).

References will be required for all shortlisted candidates, prior to interview and these will be checked following the Learning Community Trust recruitment and selection process.  In line with the Statutory Guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education an online check will also be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete a criminal self-disclosure declaration, posts that involve working in regulated activity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, please note it is a criminal offence for individuals on the barred list for children to apply for any post working with children. For more information, please refer to The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, for information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

We are committed to equality and diversity and follow the Safer Recruitment practices as set out in the Statutory Guidance - Keeping Children Safe in Education. For more information regarding our school’s commitment to safeguarding, please see our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy here.