Receptionist and administrative bilingual (English/Spanish) secretary

TES FE News; Madrid; Presencial; COP 10.000.000 - 40.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A prominent educational institution in Madrid is seeking a bilingual receptionist and administrative secretary to manage front desk operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills and fluency in both English and Spanish, alongside experience in administration. This role offers a vibrant working environment and opportunities for professional development.

Servicios

Exciting working environment

Attractive holiday calendar

Opportunities for development

Formación

• Fluency in English and Spanish is essential.
• Administration qualifications are highly desirable.
• High skills on computing office packages.

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for the main gate operations and security.
• Greet all visitors and assist with sign in processes.
• Manage calls and messages from parents.

Conocimientos

Fluency in English and Spanish

Computing office packages (Excel, Word, Canva)

Organisational skills

Educación

Administration qualifications

Herramientas

WordPress

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Job Overview Richmond Park School (RPS) is seeking a qualified and experienced receptionist and administrative bilingual (English/Spanish) secretary to be part of our front desk and support the Strategic Development team.

About The School

Richmond Park School is an exciting educational project located in a highly attractive residential area well connected to the centre of Madrid. The school opened with Early Years and Primary in September 2019 and is led by an experienced Senior Leadership Team, supported by a strong private company with a vast experience of British education in Spain. As planned, the school is growing substantially. Early Years through to Year 6 are already at full capacity with three classes per year group. KS3 and KS4 have two classes per year group and will extend to three classes year by year as the lower classes move up. An exciting IB Centre has been inaugurated in September 2025 as an extension of our Secondary building.

The school focuses on the academic and holistic development of each pupil. Our broad English curriculum, further extended through co-curricular projects and experiences, will empower all pupils to fulfil their potential through acquiring high-level knowledge, deep understanding, and extensive skills. Pupils will become creative, independent, and reflective thinkers and effective communicators. Equally important, core moral and ethical values, such as respect, kindness, and integrity, will underpin the educational process. We want our pupils to be generous and supportive, developing a deep commitment to social and environmental action.

The Main Tasks And Expectations For This Position Are

• Responsible for main gate (opening, effective control, security)
• Reception and greeting of all visitors coming through the main gate & reception area (sign in, batching)
• Assisting the Registrar with children coming late
• Main person for receiving of calls and messages from parents (in person, phone, email)
• Correct distribution of the received messages
• Receiving and distribution of all kinds of deliveries
• Keep the reception area nice, neat and attractive for visitors
• Responsible for the storage room and lost and found
• Returns E-Uniforms
• Responsible for lamination
• Control of copies and print outs

Key Requirements

• Administration qualifications are highly desirable.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is essential.
• Any other languages will be valued.
• High skills on computing office packages (Excel, Word, Canva). WordPress is desirable.
• Organisational skills will be valued.
• Experience in Management Information Systems.
• Previous experience in schools will be valued.
• Ability to adapt and work in different environments and through departments.
• Knowledge of accounting and finance, not required but valued.

What We Offer

• An exciting working environment.
• Opportunities to develop in a vibrant and diverse international school community.
• Possibility of developing and promoting.
• Attractive holiday calendar.
• Leadership support at all times.

How To Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Further information will be provided for short-listed candidates.