School Receptionist

Pertemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Birmingham is seeking an experienced School Receptionist to provide outstanding administrative support. You will be the first point of contact, manage inquiries, and support the administrative team. The ideal candidate has strong communication and organizational skills and is committed to making a difference in students' education. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a School Receptionist or in a school administrative role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for visitors and parents.
• Answering phone calls and managing general inquiries.
• Maintaining accurate records and confidentiality.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIMS

Job description

We are looking for an experienced School Receptionist to join a friendly and welcoming secondary school in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong administrative and communication skills who enjoys being at the heart of a busy school environment.

Job Role

• Acting as the first point of contact for all visitors, parents, and external agencies.
• Answering and directing phone calls, responding to emails, and managing general enquiries.
• Supporting the school’s administrative team with day-to-day office duties.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Managing sign‑in systems and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed for all visitors.
• Liaising with staff and students to support smooth day-to-day school operations.
• Providing excellent customer service in line with the school’s values and ethos.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a School Receptionist or in a school administrative role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SIMS or similar school management systems (desirable).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A positive and professional attitude with a commitment to supporting the school community.
• An enhanced DBS check is essential for this role.

In Return, You Will Receive

• A supportive working environment within a well‑organised school.
• Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to be part of a dedicated team that makes a real difference to young people’s education.

If you are an experienced School Receptionist with excellent communication skills and a passion for providing outstanding administrative support, we would love to hear from you. Please "Apply Now" or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. All appointments require an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks.