Receptionist

Gsl Education; South Witham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a friendly, professional School Receptionist to join a welcoming school in Spalding. The role involves greeting visitors, supporting the administrative team, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school reception.

As the first point of contact, you will handle calls and emails, manage records, and assist with attendance while upholding safeguarding procedures. Experience in a school setting is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities expected.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office and computer systems.
• Ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and students.
• Manage the school reception and welcome visitors professionally.
• Answer and direct incoming calls and emails.
• Carry out general administrative and clerical duties.
• Maintain accurate records and update school systems as required.
• Assist with pupil attendance and visitor records.
• Ensure safeguarding and visitor procedures are followed at all times.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational abilities

Microsoft Office

Prioritisation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

GSL Education is seeking a friendly, professional, and organised School Receptionist to join a welcoming school in Spalding.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator or receptionist who enjoys working in a busy environment. As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff, and students, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school reception.

The Role:

As a School Receptionist, you will provide a warm and professional welcome to everyone visiting the school while supporting the wider administrative team with a range of duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff, and students.
• Manage the school reception and welcome visitors in a professional manner.
• Answer and direct incoming tele calls and emails.
• Carry out general administrative and clerical duties.
• Maintain accurate records and update school systems where required.
• Assist with pupil attendance and visitor records.
• Ensure safeguarding and visitor procedures are followed at all times.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and computer-based systems.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a busy environment.
• Previous experience working in a school or education setting would be desirable but is not essential.

What GSL Education Offers:

• A rewarding opportunity to work within a supportive school environment.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to play an important role in the smooth running of a school.

Please keep in mind that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

GSL Education offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

Receptionist Spalding, Lincolnshire, England