Receptionist - Education Setting

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Aspire People are currently recruiting a Receptionist to join a welcoming Reception Team within a specialist educational setting in the Birmingham area, supporting young adults aged 16-25.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, friendly and organised Receptionist who enjoys working in a supportive environment and making a positive difference.

Qualifications

• Previous Receptionist or administrative experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Friendly, professional and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in a specialist educational or disability setting is advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS covering both Adult and Child Workforce (registered on Update Service) required.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming telephone calls professionally and courteously.
• Direct calls to staff or departments and take messages promptly.
• Respond to general enquiries and refer complex queries as needed.
• Welcome visitors and notify staff of arrivals; manage sign-in.
• Receive post and deliveries; keep reception tidy and presentable.
• Follow confidentiality, safeguarding, health and safety procedures.
• Report incidents or concerns to appropriate staff.
• Support with the weekly calendar when required.

Skills

Receptionist

Communication

Organisational

Team player

Job description

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a Receptionist to join a welcoming Reception Team within a specialist educational setting in the Birmingham area, supporting young adults aged 16-25.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, friendly and organised Receptionist who enjoys working in a supportive environment and making a positive difference.

Working Hours

• Days: Monday - Friday
• Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Start Date: Immediate start
• Position: Temporary

The Role:

• Answer incoming telephone calls professionally and courteously.
• Direct calls to the appropriate staff member or department.
• Take messages and ensure they are passed on promptly.
• Respond to general enquiries and refer more complex queries where necessary.
• Welcome visitors and notify relevant staff of their arrival.
• Follow visitor sign-in procedures and ensure visitors are directed appropriately.
• Receive incoming post and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy and presentable Reception area.
• Follow confidentiality, safeguarding, health and safety and security procedures.
• Report any incidents, concerns or issues to the appropriate staff member.
• Provide support with the weekly calendar when required.

Requirements:

• Previous Receptionist or administrative experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A friendly, professional and approachable manner.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience within a specialist educational or disability setting would be advantageous.
• Must hold an Enhanced DBS covering both the Adult and Child Workforce, registered on the Update Service, to be considered for this position.

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated support from a specialist consultant.
• Opportunities to gain experience within a supportive organisation.
• A friendly and straightforward recruitment process.

If you are an experienced Receptionist looking for an immediate start in the Birmingham area, we would love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.