Receptionist/Academy Officer

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Purpose of role: Fight for Peace is a youth development charity working to realise the potential of young people aged 7 to 25 in communities affected by crime and social inequality. Based at our Academy in North Woolwich, East London, Fight for Peace uses boxing, martial arts, education, employability support and personal development to deliver a holistic, evidence-based methodology that tackles the root causes of youth violence. The Fight for Peace Five Pillars methodology combines: combat sports, education, employability, support services and youth leadership. We are seeking a friendly, professional and organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for members, visitors and callers at the Fight for Peace Academy. Alongside welcoming members and managing the front desk, the postholder will conduct inductions, maintain the member database and handle personal information in line with UK GDPR, giving members and visitors confidence that their data is handled carefully and confidentially from the moment they walk through the door. The role includes evening cover and a Friday shift with responsibility for closing down and securing the building at the end of the session. The postholder will bring the Fight For Peace values to life every day, creating a welcoming environment where every member and visitor feels safe, respected and well informed.

Job overview: Fight for Peace is a youth development charity working to realise the potential of young people aged 7 to 25 in communities affected by crime and social inequality. Based at our Academy in North Woolwich, East London, Fight for Peace uses boxing, martial arts, education, employability support and personal development to deliver a holistic, evidence-based methodology that tackles the root causes of youth violence.

The Fight for Peace Five Pillars methodology combines: combat sports, education, employability, support services and youth leadership.

We are seeking a friendly, professional and organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for members, visitors and callers at the Fight for Peace Academy. Alongside welcoming members and managing the front desk, the postholder will conduct inductions, maintain the member database and handle personal information in line with UK GDPR, giving members and visitors confidence that their data is handled carefully and confidentially from the moment they walk through the door.

The role includes evening cover and a Friday shift with responsibility for closing down and securing the building at the end of the session. The postholder will bring the Fight For Peace values to life every day, creating a welcoming environment where every member and visitor feels safe, respected and well informed.

How to apply: send your CV and a cover letter (no longer than two sides of A4) to [email protected], using the subject line “RECEPTIONIST/ACADEMY OFFICER Application.”

Pay: £13.00-£14.80 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 32.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Customer service: 4 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person