Job
Overview
Overview
The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts is recognised as a world leading centre of excellence for creative learning and vocational training within the performing arts and creative economies. We enjoy an international and national reputation for the quality of our teaching, our world class facilities and an enviable track record of graduate employment and alumni successes.
We are looking to recruit a part-time Receptionist to join our small Reception team. You will provide a welcoming and excellent first point of contact with visitors, staff and students (by telephone, e-mail and in person), responding to enquiries, operating the LIPA switchboard and sorting incoming post.
You must have 5 GCSEs (Grades 4 or above), including English. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Teams, is essential. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, along with the ability to engage positively with a diverse range of people in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
We are open to considering a split in hours for the successful candidate(s), subject to availability and LIPA's operational needs.
As part of our team, you’ll enjoy 22 days holiday entitlement (pro-rata), additional closure days over Christmas and complimentary tickets to our in-house productions.
This is a permanent post to commence as soon as possible.
Closing date for applications: Friday 16 th January 2026 at 12 noon.
CV’s will not be accepted.
Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact our Recruitment Team on recruit@lipa.ac.uk or 0151 330 3091.
Please send your completed application form to recruit@lipa.ac.uk
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunity’s employer, LIPA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
As part of our Strategic Plan for 2023-2026 we are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities and those identifying as female, non-binary or trans-gender.
Appointments will always be made on merit.
LIPA - a registered charity No. 1001565.