Receptionist

Guilsborough Academy; Overstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

Guilsborough Academy in the United Kingdom is seeking a friendly, professional Receptionist to join our busy front‑of‑house team. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff, ensuring a warm, efficient welcome and smooth sign-in procedures.

You will handle calls and emails, support general administration, and aid school communications. The role requires excellent communication, strong IT skills with Microsoft Office, and a calm, helpful manner to support staff and

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and school systems.
• Previous experience in an education setting or customer-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage sign-in procedures.
• Handle incoming calls and emails professionally.
• Assist with general administrative tasks and school communications.
• Support staff, students, and the wider front-of-house team.
• Utilise Microsoft Office and school systems effectively.

Skills

Front-desk greeting

Phone & email handling

IT skills (MS Office)

Administrative support

Customer service

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

School systems

Job description

We are excited to be seeking a friendly, professional, and highly organised Receptionist to join our vibrant school community. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting staff, students, and, As our Receptionist, you'll be the first point of contact for all visitors, parents, and staff. You'll help create a warm and efficient front-of-house experience while supporting the wider administrative team.,

• Greeting visitors and managing sign-in procedures
• Handling incoming calls and emails professionally
• Assisting with general administrative tasks and school communications
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm, approachable manner and a passion for helping others
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office and school systems)
• Previous experience in an Education setting or customer-facing role
• Experience in a similar role is desirable, but full training will be provided. Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy? Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic employee benefits? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.