Job description
Learn about the role, responsibilities and what the employer is looking for.
Location: Swindon, SN3
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 1:00pm
We are recruiting on behalf of a school in Swindon (SN3) for an experienced, friendly and organised
School Receptionist to join their team.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the school office, acting as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, visitors and staff. This is a busy and varied role, requiring excellent administrative skills, a professional telephone manner and the ability to work confidently in a fast-paced school environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Welcoming visitors, parents and pupils in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answering telephone calls, handling enquiries and directing calls appropriately.
• Providing administrative support to the school office and wider staff team.
• Using SIMS to access and update pupil information and maintain accurate records.
• Using Microsoft Excel, Word and Forms for general administrative tasks.
• Supporting with school communications, filing, photocopying and data entry.
• Managing visitor sign-in procedures and maintaining a welcoming reception area.
• Supporting children and delivering items to classrooms across a large, two-storey school site.
• Handling confidential information sensitively and in accordance with school policies.
• Assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of the school office.
Essential Requirements
• Previous experience working in a school office.
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Essential: Knowledge and experience of using SIMS.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Forms.
• A confident, clear and professional telephone manner.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A flexible, proactive approach and the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.
• The ability to work across a large, two-storey school site, including supporting children and delivering items to classrooms.
• A friendly, approachable and professional manner when dealing with pupils, parents, staff and visitors.
Desirable Skills
• Knowledge and experience of using Tucasi.
• First Aid training.
• Previous experience working within a school environment in a reception or administrative role.
Working Hours
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Monday to Friday
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8:30am – 1:00pm
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22.5 hours per week
How to Apply
If you have previous school office experience, are confident using SIMS and enjoy working in a busy school environment, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV, outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
Recruitment and safeguarding: This vacancy is being advertised by a recruitment agency on behalf of a school. The successful applicant will be subject to the school's safer recruitment procedures and the appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required.