School Receptionist

At DBSEH, we are looking to appoint a highly motivated and organized School Receptionist to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for all visitors, staff, and students, representing the school with professionalism and warmth. The role involves managing the front desk, handling inquiries, and providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the school.

As part of the role, you will manage the receipt of parcels and deliveries, organize outgoing mail, and coordinate special deliveries as needed. You will utilize Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, to support the school's administrative team and perform general administrative tasks, including photocopying, filing, and data entry. Your duties will also involve assisting in locating students who are reported as missing from class, always maintaining a strict adherence to data protection and confidentiality protocols. You will be responsible for preparing and distributing the school’s daily briefing, and you must be capable of working calmly and confidently under pressure to meet deadlines. Additionally, you will support the organization of school events, such as Parent Open Days and School Performances, and perform any other tasks that contribute to the smooth running of the school. Flexibility and a proactive approach to completing tasks are essential, as you may be assigned other duties as required.

Professional Requirements

Education: Hold a relevant degree appropriate to the post.

Experience: A minimum of 2 years working in a similar field.

• Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Excellent telephone manner
• Highly organized
• Experienced in Microsoft
• Good-natured
• Well-groomed and courteous
• Understanding of general reception tasks with excellent customer-facing skills
• A multi-tasker able to support the Management Team with administration