Receptionist – Outstanding Secondary School – Luton (Bedfordshire) Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale We are looking to appoint a professional and welcoming Receptionist to join an Outstanding secondary school in Luton. This is a key front-facing role providing a positive first impression for visitors, parents and students. The successful candidate will manage enquiries, handle calls and provide administrative support across the school. You will…
School Receptionist | St. Albans, Hertfordshire
The face of excellence in a historic cathedral city.
We are looking for a highly professional and welcoming School Receptionist to join our prestigious secondary school in St. Albans . As the first point of contact for our diverse school community, you will provide a warm welcome while maintaining the highest standards of office efficiency and safeguarding.
The Snapshot • Location: St. Albans (Easy access via M25, A414, and Thameslink)
• Salary: £25,500 – £28,500 (Pro-rata, Hertfordshire County Council scale)
• Contract: Permanent, Term-time only
• Hours: 08:00 – 16:30, Monday to Friday
Detailed Responsibilities • Front-of-House: Greeting visitors, parents, and contractors, ensuring all safeguarding ID checks are performed and visitor passes are issued via our digital system.
• Communication Management: Operating a busy switchboard with a calm, professional tone and managing the school’s central email inbox to ensure queries are routed to the correct staff members.
• Student Services: Supporting students with daily inquiries, managing late arrivals, and assisting with the distribution of forgotten items or medications in line with school policy.
• Office Administration: Providing clerical support to the Senior Leadership Team, including drafting letters, updating the school website, and maintaining accurate student files on SIMS/Arbor .
How to Apply If you are a practical, reliable professional looking for a stable role in a school that values your contribution, please submit your CV today.
A highly regarded secondary school in Cambridge is seeking a polished and proactive School Receptionist to join their administrative team. This role is central to the daily life of the school and would suit someone who enjoys working in a professional, academic-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Acting as the main point of contact for visitors, parents, and external agencies Managing incoming calls, emails, and reception enquiries Ensuring safeguarding and site security procedures are fo…
We are seeking a professional, friendly, and organised School Receptionist to join an outstanding primary school in Colchester. This is a key front-of-house role, providing a welcoming first point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff, while supporting the smooth running of the school’s administrative operations. The successful candidate will be approachable, efficient, and able to manage a wide range of responsibilities with confidence.
Role Overview:
As School Receptionist, you will be responsible for managing the school’s reception area and providing administrative support to staff and leadership. Your work will ensure that the school maintains a professional, organised, and welcoming environment for everyone who enters the site. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy school setting.
Key Responsibilities:
• Greet and assist visitors, parents, and staff in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answer telephone calls, respond to emails, and manage general enquiries promptly and accurately.
• Maintain the school’s reception area, ensuring it is tidy, safe, and welcoming.
• Manage student attendance records and support staff with signing in/out procedures.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying, scanning, and data entry.
• Support the coordination of school events, meetings, and parent communications.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection policies.
• Liaise with external agencies, suppliers, and other stakeholders as required.
Skills and Experience:
• Previous experience in a reception, administrative, or customer service role, ideally in an educational setting.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a friendly and professional manner.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general office systems.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
Why Join Us:
This outstanding primary school in Colchester provides a supportive and professional environment where staff contribution is valued. You will be part of a friendly and dedicated team, helping to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere for students, parents, and staff alike. The role offers the opportunity to develop your administrative skills within a school environment and to make a meaningful contribution to the day-to-day success of the school.
Location: Colchester
Hours: Full-time
How to Apply: Please submit your CV for consideration.
A well-established secondary school in Watford is seeking a professional, approachable, and highly organised School Receptionist to join their front-of-house team. This is a full-time, permanent position starting ASAP, providing essential support to students, staff, parents, and visitors.
About the Role
As a School Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for anyone entering the school. You will manage the reception area, respond to enquiries, and provide administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
This role requires excellent communication skills, a professional and friendly demeanor, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a busy school environment. You will also support attendance monitoring and administrative procedures as required.
Key Responsibilities • Greeting visitors and managing sign-in/sign-out procedures
• Answering and directing telephone calls and email enquiries
• Supporting attendance recording and safeguarding protocols
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries
• Assisting with organisation of school events, meetings, and parent evenings
• Providing general administrative support to staff and leadership
• Maintaining confidentiality and compliance with school policies
About the School
This Watford secondary school is recognised for strong academic performance, excellent pastoral care, and a collaborative staff culture. The reception team is highly valued for ensuring a welcoming, safe, and professional environment.
Staff are supported with structured induction, training opportunities, and a professional working environment that encourages efficiency, accuracy, and positive teamwork.
Experience and Qualifications
• Previous experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role desirable
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Professional, approachable, and reliable
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Legal right to work in the UK
Salary
Competitive salary dependent on experience.
Application
To be considered for this School Receptionist role in Watford, please submit your up-to-date CV as soon as possible.
A well-regarded secondary school in Ilford is seeking a professional, friendly, and organised School Receptionist to join their front-of-house team ASAP . This is a full-time, permanent role serving as the first point of contact for staff, students, parents, and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and efficient reception environment.
• School Receptionist – full-time, permanent
• Secondary school in Ilford
• Start date: ASAP
• Competitive support staff salary
About the Role The School Receptionist will manage the school’s reception area, provide administrative support to staff, and help ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations. This role is vital in maintaining the school’s professional image and supporting effective communication across the school community.
Key responsibilities include:
• Greeting visitors, staff, and students in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Managing visitor sign-ins, safeguarding procedures, and security checks.
• Answering telephone calls, directing queries, and responding to emails promptly.
• Assisting with the preparation and distribution of school communications and letters.
• Providing administrative support to staff and the leadership team as required.
• Maintaining a tidy, organised, and welcoming reception area.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries efficiently.
• Supporting school events, appointments, and scheduling when necessary.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies and maintaining confidentiality.
Candidate Requirements The school welcomes applications from enthusiastic candidates with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
Key requirements include:
• Previous experience in reception, customer service, or administration.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Organised, professional, and proactive approach.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and basic office management systems.
• Professional and courteous manner, with a focus on excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience in a school environment is highly desirable but not essential.
About the School This secondary school in Ilford is renowned for academic excellence, pastoral care, and a welcoming school environment . The reception team is central to the school’s operations, ensuring that all visitors and staff are supported and that daily administrative tasks are handled efficiently.
The school offers a collaborative and supportive working culture where staff are valued and encouraged to contribute to school life and operations.
Staff Benefits • Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive leadership and administrative team.
• Stable, long-term employment with ASAP start .
• Exposure to a well-resourced, high-performing school environment.
Application – School Receptionist To apply for this School Receptionist role in Ilford with an ASAP start , please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.
Early applications are encouraged, and interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date
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