School Receptionist

School Receptionist focuses on greeting visitors and ensuring sign-in procedures are followed in line with safeguarding requirements.

What the role involves

• Greeting visitors and ensuring sign-in procedures are followed in line with safeguarding requirements.
• Managing telephone calls, emails and enquiries with professionalism and discretion.
• Managing post, deliveries and day-to-day reception administration.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting office systems as required.
• Providing calm, professional support to pupils who come to reception during the school day.
• Working closely with colleagues to support the wider running of the school office.

Skills and requirements

• Administrative, office, reception, data, systems, or coordination experience may be useful.

Confirmed role details

• Full-time, permanent (or as agreed).

Candidate fit

• Experience in reception, administration or a customer-facing role.
• Confidence using IT systems (email, spreadsheets and database-style systems).
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding in a school environment.

Additional role context

• Help ensure the school office operates effectively and that communication with families is professional, friendly and consistent.
• Join a friendly and collaborative admin team that works closely together to support pupils, staff and families.
• Support will be provided to help you feel confident with school systems and procedures, and the school encourages staff to take pride in delivering a high-quality service.