School Receptionist

We are seeking to appoint a friendly, organised and professional Receptionist to become the welcoming face of our primary school. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, parents and staff in a busy and rewarding environment.

As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and telephone enquiries, you will play a vital role in creating a positive impression of our school while providing efficient administrative support to the school office.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors, parents, pupils and contractors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Undertake reception duties and manage visitor sign-in, ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed for all visitors.
• Manage the school's reception area and telephone system.
• Respond to enquiries by phone, email and in person.
• Process incoming and outgoing post.
• Carry out a range of administrative duties, including photocopying, filing, emailing and forms.
• Support attendance administration and communication with parents where required.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Support pupil first aid and welfare.
• Maintain records.
• Comply with safeguarding, H&S, confidentiality and data protection.
• Support equality policies.
• Contribute to school ethos.
• Other commensurate duties.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be warm, approachable and able to build positive relationships with children and adults.
• Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Be able to prioritise tasks and work calmly under pressure.
• Have good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Be able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.