Health Centre Receptionist and Administrative Support

Pathways: I.D. CIC; Packmoor; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Packmoor is seeking a well-organized part-time Receptionist to support its Health Centre. The ideal candidate will manage visitor enquiries, document workflows, and coordinate appointments, playing a vital role in delivering healthcare services to students. Previous experience in a public-facing role and strong communication skills are essential. The role offers 25.5 hours per week during term time, with a commitment to safeguarding and equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer-facing or public-facing role is essential.
• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for visitors and enquiries.
• Manage workflows and documentation in the Health Centre.
• Record new pupil medical information and coordinate appointments.
• Provide administrative support to clinical staff and nursing team.

Skills

Excellent telephone manner

Highly developed IT skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize work

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The role

St Edwards Oxford is seeking a well‑organised and proactive Receptionist to play a vital role in the smooth and effective running of our Health Centre. With over 800 pupils living across 13 boarding houses, the Health Centre sits at the heart of school life and is staffed by a dedicated multidisciplinary healthcare team committed to delivering the highest standard of care. As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for all visitors and enquiries to the Health Centre, whether in person, by telephone or electronically. The role involves managing workflows and documentation, ensuring medical correspondence and requests are processed accurately and promptly, recording new pupil medical information on iSAMs and coordinating Health Centre appointments. You will also provide essential administrative support to clinical staff and the wider nursing team, enabling them to deliver outstanding care to our students.

This role is a part‑time, job share opportunity, working 25.5 hours per week on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8am to 5pm during academic terms (approximately 34 weeks per year).

About You

We are looking for someone with an excellent telephone manner, highly developed IT skills and the ability to prioritise your work effectively within a fast‑paced environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is previous experience in a customer‑facing or public‑facing role. You will need to be highly organised, can demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to providing a professional and caring service to members of our school community.

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The deadline for applications is midday, on Friday 23rd January 2026.

We reserve the right to conduct interviews and appoint for the role before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

St Edwards is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Edwards School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.