The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
12 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
The King’s School Sports Centre is owned and managed by one of the oldest and most prestigious Schools in the country with an enviable record of academic excellence and achievement.
We are seeking a customer focused Receptionist. You will play a key role in the Centre’s daily operation, supporting the delivery of standards of customer service, cleanliness, safety, and presentation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing excellent customer service, handling bookings and enquiries both in person and over the telephone, supporting member journeys through memberships and Centre tours, and maintaining effective communication with pupils, Centre users, and Sports Centre colleagues.
Working Hours and Availability:
The successful candidate will be able to commit to the following working pattern.
Wednesday 18:00-21:00
Saturday 08:00-17:00
The King’s School offers an extensive rewards package, including:
Gold membership at The King’s School Sports Centre
Enhanced employer pension contributions up to 10%
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work Scheme
In house training and CPD opportunities
If you have questions about the post, or would like an informal discussion to learn more, please contact Paris Welsh on 01227 595602, p.welsh@kings-school.co.uk
For further information and to apply online, please visit: Current Job Vacancies • The King's School, Canterbury (kings-school.co.uk) Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 12 January 2026.
The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.
All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.