Receptionist

Prospero Teaching; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Friendly school environment

Prospero Teaching support

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a reliable School-Based Receptionist in Bexleyheath to start immediately. You will be the first point of contact for staff, pupils and visitors, handling calls and enquiries with a calm, professional manner. Hours are 08:30–15:30, full-time, with pay £14.25–£16.68 per hour.

DBS clearance (or Update Service) and office experience are preferred, with ongoing support from Prospero Teaching throughout the placement.

Qualifications

• Previous office or administrative experience.
• Sims or Arbour expertise.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Managing incoming phone calls, emails, and visitor enquiries.
• Maintaining accurate pupil and staff records.
• Supporting attendance monitoring and data entry.
• Assisting with general administrative tasks and filing.
• Providing excellent customer service to parents and external agencies.
• Supporting the wider school team with day-to-day office operations.
• Administering basic first aid when required.

Skills

Office experience

Org & comms

MS Office

DBS check

Phone/visitor handling

Tools

Sims

Arbour

Job description

Receptionist (School-Based) - Immediate Start

Location: Bexleyheath, South East London

Hours: 08:30 - 15:30

Days: Full time

Pay: GBP14.25 - GBP16.68 per hour

Duration: Immediate start until the end of the academic year

Are you an organised and proactive administrator looking for your next opportunity within a school environment? We are working with a welcoming school seeking a reliable Receptionist to join their team as soon as possible. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in the day-to-day running of a busy school office, providing administrative support to staff, pupils, parents, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing incoming phone calls, emails, and visitor enquiries
• Maintaining accurate pupil and staff records
• Supporting attendance monitoring and data entry
• Assisting with general administrative tasks and filing
• Providing excellent customer service to parents and external agencies
• Supporting the wider school team with day-to-day office operations
• Administering basic first aid when required

Requirements

• Previous office or administrative experience
• Sims or Arbour expertise
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environmentEnhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay of GBP14.25 - GBP16.68 per hour
• Friendly and supportive school environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within education
• Dedicated support from Prospero Teaching throughout your placement