Exeter School is the leading co-educational day school in the Southwest, educating over 1,000 pupils aged 3-18. The Junior School provides an exceptional foundation for pupils, combining academic ambition with strong pastoral care and a vibrant co-curricular programme. This is a school with a clear sense of purpose, where pupils are encouraged to be curious, kind and courageous learners. The school is now seeking to appoint a Reception Manager on a permanent, term-time only basis.
Starting in September 2026, we are looking for a highly organised, professional and personable individual to join our Junior School. This is a pivotal role, acting as the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff, whilst providing high-quality administrative and operational support to the Head of Junior School.
As the face of the School, the successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day management of Reception, ensuring a welcoming, efficient and professional service at all times. The role also includes line management responsibility for the Junior School Secretary and provides administrative support to the Head and wider leadership team. Further details can be found in the attached .
This is a term-time only position, working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, including Inset days. There will also be 6 additional days required to be worked during school holidays, to be agreed with your line manager.
The closing date for applications is 9am on Friday 3 July 2026 . Interviews will be held on Friday 10 July 2026.
The role offers a full-time equivalent salary of £33,000, alongside generous benefits including an employer pension contribution, free school lunch during term time, free on-site parking, and use of the indoor swimming pool and fitness suite.
Exeter School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from any appropriately qualified person. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references provided specifically for this post and addressed to the school, and to satisfactory DBS clearance.
This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
£33k - £39k per annum
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