Receptionist, Education ​/ Teaching

Position Title

Receptionist/Administrator

Job . ECC
Position Type:
Administration
Pay Range:
Scale 3/4 (points 5 to
8)
Position

Start Date:

Immediate
Contract Type:
Part-time
Contract Term:
Permanent
Application Close: 30/01/2026 Midday
Date of Interviews: 11/02/2026
Salary:
The full time pay range for this post for Scale 3/4 is £25,583.00 to £26,824.00
Actual salary range for this post will be LGPS Scale 3 £ 21,932.49 (point
5) rising to £22,996.41 (point
8) per annum.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Would you like to work with friendly, supportive colleagues in a brand-new building set in beautiful village surroundings near to Colchester?

Langham Oaks School is a residential and day special school for boys aged 10-16. Pupils at the school have a varied range of learning needs that centre on their Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties. It is part residential and places are available for some of the boys who wish to stay for all or part of the week between Monday and Thursday.

In October 2020, the school moved into a brand-new purpose-built provision within its existing grounds and provides wonderful facilities for its staff and pupils.

You will act as the 'face of the school', providing a welcoming and professional image to all parents/carers, pupils and visitors.

• Up to 29 days
  * paid annual leave (from 26 to 29 days, depending on length of service)
• A range of high-quality professional development opportunities
• A career pathway including internal career progression opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme facilities
• A varied and challenging role rewarded by financial recognition of achievement
• A fair work‑life balance, employee assistance programme and commitment to staff wellbeing
• A firm commitment to equality and diversity
• A strong sense of cohesion and belonging

Nikki Dowling
School Road
Langham, Colchester
Essex, CO4 5PA

Telephone:
Email:

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.