UAE National Receptionist

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave of 37 days

Reduced working hours during school holidays

Employee discount program across various brands

Job summary

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) invites UAE Nationals to apply for the Receptionist position at Deira International School. This role is your chance to be the welcoming face of our vibrant community, interacting daily with students, parents, and staff.

As a Receptionist, you'll manage front desk tasks while ensuring excellent customer service and adherence to safeguarding policies. Experience a generous leave package, employee discounts, and the joys of contributing to a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• UAE National who enjoys working with people.
• Warm, professional, approachable manner.
• Positive, calm, and organized approach.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for visitors, parents, staff, and students.
• Manage front desk tasks including calls and inquiries.
• Support safeguarding procedures for all visitors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent customer service

Strong teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Job description

We are pleased to invite applications for the role of Receptionist UAE National at Deira International School (DIS). This is a wonderful opportunity to be the welcoming face of a vibrant school community where every day brings meaningful interaction with students, parents, staff and visitors.

Deira International School is part of the Al Futtaim Education Foundation, an Emirati family‑led organization with over 20 years of commitment to education in Dubai and sits within the wider Al Futtaim Group, a trusted UAE family name with a proud heritage of over 90 years.

This legacy is built on care, community and commitment to people.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and students.
• Provide excellent customer service reflecting school values.
• Manage front desk tasks including calls, emails, sign‑ins and enquiries.
• Support safeguarding procedures for all visitors.
• Communicate clearly with parents and staff.
• Maintain accurate reception records and systems.
• Work as part of a supportive Front of House team.
• Handle information with discretion and professionalism.
• Support school events and community activities.
• Stay calm and organised in a busy environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health, safety and school policies.

Qualifications

• A UAE National who enjoys working with people.
• A warm, professional, approachable manner.
• Strong communication skills.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• A positive, calm, organised approach.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Pride in being the first smile people see.

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave of 37 days per year, supporting wellbeing and work‑life balance.
• Reduced working hours during school holidays, aligned with the school calendar.
• Access to the Al Futtaim Group employee discount programme, with savings across brands including Marks & Spencer, IKEA and many more.
• Benefits across the wider Al Futtaim Group, including savings on vehicle purchasing and leasing through Toyota, Lexus, Jeep, Dodge, BYD, and others.
• The opportunity to be part of a warm and supportive school community where your role is valued and your contribution is genuinely appreciated.

Note: This role requires a UAE National and is open to applicants meeting the stated qualifications.