Primary School Receptionist — Welcoming & Organized

Marchant Recruitment; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an experienced School Receptionist for a welcoming primary school in South Yorkshire. You will be the friendly first point of contact, supporting pupils, parents and staff while keeping the office organised and efficient.

The role involves greeting visitors, handling calls, maintaining records in the MIS (SIMS/Arbor), supporting attendance, and upholding safeguarding standards within a busy school office environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school reception or school administration role.
• Experience using school management information systems such as SIMS, Arbor or similar platforms.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to interact with a wide range of people.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• A calm, adaptable approach when managing a busy reception and handling competing demands.
• An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and the importance of keeping pupils safe.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting visitors – creating a positive first impression and ensuring everyone who enters the school feels greeted and supported.
• Managing telephone calls and enquiries – acting as a key communication link between the school, parents and the wider community.
• Keeping school records up to date – maintaining accurate pupil information through the school's MIS system.
• Supporting attendance procedures – monitoring attendance information and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Promoting a safe school environment – following safeguarding procedures and managing visitor sign-in processes carefully.
• Providing essential administrative support – assisting the senior leadership team and colleagues with the day-to-day demands of the school office.

Skills

School reception experience

SIMS/Arbor experience

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Calm under pressure

Confidentiality & safeguarding

DBS Update Service

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an experienced School Receptionist for a welcoming primary school in South Yorkshire. You will be the friendly first point of contact, supporting pupils, parents and staff while keeping the office organised and efficient.

The role involves greeting visitors, handling calls, maintaining records in the MIS (SIMS/Arbor), supporting attendance, and upholding safeguarding standards within a busy school office environment.