School Reception & Visitor Services Coordinator

Canford School; Merley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Canford School is seeking a proactive School Receptionist to join the Reception team at Canford Magna. You will create a welcoming first impression for visitors, pupils, parents and staff, while supporting daily school operations and safeguarding procedures.

Based in the Reception building, you will manage calls, emails and sign-ins, handle deliveries and records, and assist with various admin tasks to ensure smooth running of the school.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in reception, hospitality, administration, or other customer-facing roles.
• Ability to manage telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries effectively.
• Experience working in a busy environment, handling multiple tasks and priorities.
• Understanding of safeguarding and compliance procedures in a school/public-facing setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional and welcoming front-of-house service, manage visitor sign-ins and passes.
• Handle calls, emails, and enquiries from parents, visitors, and staff with excellent service.
• Support daily operations: record keeping, deliveries, post, databases and administrative tasks.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain confidential records.

Skills

Reception experience

Hospitality

Administration

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Education

Experience in education environment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sign-in systems

Database software

Job description

Canford School is seeking a proactive School Receptionist to join the Reception team at Canford Magna. You will create a welcoming first impression for visitors, pupils, parents and staff, while supporting daily school operations and safeguarding procedures.

Based in the Reception building, you will manage calls, emails and sign-ins, handle deliveries and records, and assist with various admin tasks to ensure smooth running of the school.