Receptionist

The Independent Schools Council; Banstead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Discounted school fees

Free lunch and refreshments

Free parking

Life insurance (after 6 months)

Health Cash Plan (after 6 months)

Discounts on store and gym memberships

Childcare vouchers / car lease schemes

Job summary

Banstead Prep School is seeking a friendly, professional Receptionist to join a supportive front office team. This is a term-time role with an additional two weeks during INSET days, hours 07:45–12:30, Monday to Friday.

You will warmly welcome visitors, answer emails, and support the school team while juggling priorities in a fast-paced environment. DBS checks are required, and previous reception or admin experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• Friendly and approachable individual who would enjoy a school environment.
• Strong communicator both in person and by email.
• Well-presented and able to manage a busy, varied role.
• Willing to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Reception duties: Welcoming visitors, parents, and students with a friendly and professional attitude.
• Communication: Communicating effectively in person and via email within the school community.
• Support the School Team: Work with the morning receptionist and wider staff.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt priorities to meet school needs.

Skills

Friendly and approachable

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Prioritisation

Job description

We have a rare opportunity for a friendly, professional, and adaptable Receptionist to join our school. This is a job share role, so you’ll be working as part of a supportive team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be someone who would enjoy an educational environment, has excellent communication skills, a positive light-hearted outlook and is able to juggle multiple priorities calmly and with ease.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:45am – 12:30pm

Salary: £13,334.29 pro rata (FTE £25,718) with a 2026 pay award pending

Term-Time Only (plus 2 weeks to cover INSET and flexible school holiday work)

Key Responsibilities:

Reception Duties: Welcoming visitors, parents, and students with a friendly and professional attitude.

Communication: Effectively communicating both in person and via email, ensuring smooth interactions within the school community.

Support the School Team: Be a key part of the school’s front office, working closely with both the morning receptionist and wider staff team.

Flexibility: You must be able to quickly change priorities to meet the needs of the school as they arise.

Administration: Highly organised with strong administration skills

Term-Time Role: This is a term-time position with an additional 2 weeks during the holidays for INSET days, checking emails, and post. The holiday working element is flexible.

What We Are Looking For:

A friendly and approachable individual who would enjoy a school environment.

A strong communicator both in person and by email.

Someone who is well-presented and able to manage a busy, varied role.

Flexible and able to adapt to the changing needs of the school environment.

Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role would be an advantage but not essential.

Must be willing to undergo a DBS check and online search.

Why Work at Banstead Prep?

Banstead Prep is a young, vibrant, and innovative school, where academic excellence and student wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. Our forward-thinking curriculum is designed to be both challenging and inspiring, preparing children for success both inside and outside the classroom.

As part of the United Learning Group, we offer excellent professional development opportunities, a supportive network, and exceptional school facilities.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Pension scheme
• Discounted school fees
• Free lunch and refreshments
• Free parking
• Life insurance (after 6 months)
• Health Cash Plan (after 6 months)
• Discounts on store and gym memberships
• Access to childcare vouchers, car lease schemes, and a designated wellbeing site

Our school community is strong, with a low staff turnover and high staff satisfaction. We are enthusiastic about creating a positive working environment where staff can thrive.

Closing Date: TBC (early applications encouraged)

Please Note: Due to the nature of the role, we are unable to accept applications from current parents of the school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Banstead Prep School is an equal opportunities employer.