Term-Time School Receptionist — Welcoming Front Office Pro

Illawarra Christian School; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Illawarra Christian School is seeking a friendly and organised School Receptionist for an ongoing, term-time role commencing January 2027. You will be the first point of contact for families, staff and visitors, ensuring a welcoming front office and supporting daily school operations.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, handling phone and email inquiries, assisting with attendance administration, processing payments and maintaining records, as well as visitor/contractor management and

Qualifications

• Experience in school/education or customer service preferred.
• Friendly, approachable and professional demeanor.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and learning new systems.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visitors, students and families.
• Manage phone, email and front office enquiries.
• Support student attendance administration.
• Process school-related payments and maintain records.
• Assist with visitor and contractor management.
• Provide general administrative support across the school.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Experience in school/education or customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Illawarra Christian School is seeking a friendly and organised School Receptionist for an ongoing, term-time role commencing January 2027. You will be the first point of contact for families, staff and visitors, ensuring a welcoming front office and supporting daily school operations.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, handling phone and email inquiries, assisting with attendance administration, processing payments and maintaining records, as well as visitor/contractor management and