School Receptionist

Lliswerry High School; Newport; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Newport is seeking a part-time Receptionist to manage front desk responsibilities and provide support to the school office. The role requires professionalism, flexibility, and a commitment to the school's ethos. Work hours are Monday to Thursday, totaling 16 hours per week. Ideal candidates will be dedicated, organized, and proactive, with a good sense of humour.

Qualifications

• Ability to be the first point of contact for all visitors.
• Willingness to work as part of a dedicated team.
• Flexibility to meet changing needs of the school.

Responsibilities

• Welcome all visitors to the school.
• Work with the office team in a professional manner.
• Participate in school life and workshops.

Skills

Highly motivated

Well organised

Professional attitude

Positive and proactive

Good sense of humour

Job description

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This is a fixed-term position until 31 August 2026, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and/or business needs.

08:00 - 12:00 4 days a week, 16 hours

Lliswerry High School is a thriving, multi-cultural, 11-18 mixed comprehensive school on the eastern side of Newport close to the M4. We currently have an exciting opportunity to join us as a receptionist based in our school office.

Working with the office team you will be an enthusiastic and committed individual who will be the first point of contact for all visitors to school. The role is part-time, working Monday to Thursday. While some flexibility can be offered across these days, Tuesdays are a required working day.

The successful candidate will be:-

• Highly motivated and committed

• Well organised and punctual with a professional attitude to work

• Willing to work as part of a hard-working, dedicated team

• Positive, proactive, with a good sense of humour who is willing to work flexibly to meet the changing needs of the school

• Be an active member of school life and actively subscribe to the ethos of the school

Holidays must be taken during school closure periods. The appointment process will involve an interview with members of the school leadership team and a selection of Governors.

Closing: 04.09.2025

Shortlisting: 05.09.2025

Interviews: 12.09.2025

Safeguarding Statement

Lliswerry High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

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School Receptionist, Grade 3, Part Time

This is a fixed-term position until 31 August 2026, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and/or business needs.

08:00 - 12:00 4 days a week, 16 hours

Lliswerry High School is a thriving, multi-cultural, 11-18 mixed comprehensive school on the eastern side of Newport close to the M4. We currently have an exciting opportunity to join us as a receptionist based in our school office.

Working with the office team you will be an enthusiastic and committed individual who will be the first point of contact for all visitors to school. The role is part-time, working Monday to Thursday. While some flexibility can be offered across these days, Tuesdays are a required working day.

The successful candidate will be:-

• Highly motivated and committed

• Well organised and punctual with a professional attitude to work

• Willing to work as part of a hard-working, dedicated team

• Positive, proactive, with a good sense of humour who is willing to work flexibly to meet the changing needs of the school

• Be an active member of school life and actively subscribe to the ethos of the school

Holidays must be taken during school closure periods. The appointment process will involve an interview with members of the school leadership team and a selection of Governors.

Closing: 04.09.2025

Shortlisting: 05.09.2025

Interviews: 12.09.2025

Safeguarding Statement

Lliswerry High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.