Receptionist, Birmingham

Posted on: 20/05/2026 – Application Deadline: 05/06/2026

Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent

Your new school

Four Dwellings Academy is part of Lift Schools, a national trust of 59 schools across the country, including 10 schools in the Midlands.

Led by Principal Claire Stoneman, the school has undergone significant transformation and improvement. We are proud to be known as a “small school with a big heart”, where students are supported in a nurturing and ambitious environment.

Recent highlights include:

• Most improved school in South Birmingham for progress in 2024
• Among the most improved schools nationally
• A recent Good Ofsted judgement
• The best GCSE results in the school’s history

Our school values

• Respect – treating others with kindness and dignity
• Resilience – persevering through challenges
• Responsibility – taking ownership of our actions and our futures

These values underpin our culture and guide the way we support our students every day.

Your new role

As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for students, families, staff and visitors, providing a professional and welcoming front‑of‑house service for the academy.

Working closely with the School Operations Manager and wider administration team, you will support the smooth day‑to‑day running of reception and wider school operations.

Key responsibilities

• Managing reception, visitor procedures and telephone enquiries
• Supporting attendance administration and student welfare
• Coordinating appointments, deliveries and meeting room bookings
• Supporting first aid provision and safeguarding procedures
• Assisting with school events and wider operational activities
• Providing clerking and administrative support to the Academy Council, including minute‑taking and maintaining governance records

What you’ll need to succeed We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience in an administrative or customer‑facing role
• Has strong communication, organisational and IT skills
• Can remain calm and professional in a busy environment
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Has a passion for supporting young people
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality

Experience working within a school environment or supporting meetings/governance processes would be advantageous.

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job sharing, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals

Closing date: 5th June 2026

To apply, please submit your application through our careers page. We look forward to hearing from you.