Part Time Receptionist - Medina College

Job Posted: 10 February 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Part time
• Salary: Salary: NJC Scale 3 SCP 5-6, £8,915.49 to £9,056.98 per annum
• Industries: Administration Customer Service General Office

Medina College is seeking to appoint a Receptionist, working 2 days a week, you will provide a highly effective and efficient College reception, ensuring high customer service at all times, as well as designated administrative and clerical tasks.

Medina College (inc the Island VI Form) is a proud member of HISP Multi Academy Trust. A forward-thinking educational community, our vision is to create and promote supportive environments that eliminate barriers to education and empower individuals. 

Our school values are Ambition, Courage, Confidence and Kindness, supporting our vision that at Medina College, every young person deserves a path - a journey that nurtures ambition, builds confidence, and empowers each learner to discover who they are, what they can do, and who they can become.

These link closely with our MAT values and are at the heart of everything we do. We are guided by Courage, Ambition, Excellence, Sustainability, Equity, and always putting Pupils First. These values shape how we work together, support one another, and create an inclusive, inspiring environment where every pupil—and every member of staff—can thrive. 

Job Description & Person Specification

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet visitors, parents, and students in a professional and friendly manner

• Answer incoming calls and manage general enquiries

• Manage attendance records and sign-in systems

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding procedures at all times

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail

• Experience in a school or educational environment is desirable but not essential

• A positive attitude and the ability to multitask under pressure

What We Offer:

• Term-time, family-friendly working to support a healthy work-life balance.

• Discount schemes, including Blue Light, English Heritage, Cinema tickets and a range of local discounts.

• Membership in the LGPS pension scheme.

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing and health resources.

• Free onsite parking for convenience.

• Progression opportunities across the HISP MAT schools, supporting your career development.

Please note that we cannot accept applications which are not submitted on the official application forms, and we do not accept CVs under any circumstances.

Please send completed applications to [email protected]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Online searches and references will be taken up for those candidates short-listed for interview. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing: 9am Wednesday 25 February 2026

Interviews: w/c 9 March 2026