School Receptionist

Christ Church Primary; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Christ Church Primary School is seeking a friendly Receptionist to welcome visitors, support pupils, parents and staff, and help maintain a smooth school office operation. The role is based on term-time hours with a friendly, supportive team and Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will manage enquiries, assist with clerical tasks and contribute to a welcoming school environment. Previous reception experience in a school setting is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Welcoming visitors and providing a professional service.
• Answering telephone calls, taking messages and responding to enquiries.
• Carrying out general office and administrative duties.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and ensure a warm, friendly reception.
• Support pupils, parents and staff to help the smooth running of the office.
• Handle enquiries with tact, diplomacy and empathy.
• Assist with routine administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication

Friendly and welcoming

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Team player

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come and join the friendly team at Christ Church Primary School as our Receptionist. This varied and rewarding role is at the heart of our school community, providing a warm welcome to visitors, supporting pupils, parents and staff, and helping to ensure the smooth running of the school office. We offer a supportive working environment, term-time only hours and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, professional and welcoming approach.
• Ability to handle enquiries with tact, diplomacy and empathy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy school environment with regular interruptions.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office/Word.
• Ability to use general office equipment and undertake word processing tasks.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Positive, supportive and flexible attitude.

Experience

• Experience of providing a welcoming and professional service to visitors, customers or members of the public.
• Experience of answering telephone calls, taking messages and responding to enquiries.
• Experience of carrying out administrative duties.
• Experience of using Microsoft Office and general office equipment.
• Experience of managing multiple tasks and priorities.

Desirable

• Current First Aid qualification.
• Willingness to undertake First Aid training if required.