School Receptionist

Adecco; Penarth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a cheerful School Receptionist for a temporary role in Penarth. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering calls, and assisting with administrative tasks. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for supporting children. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday with an hourly rate of £12.82.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably in education.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in using office software.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and assisting visitors with a warm smile.
• Answering phone calls and directing inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Maintaining an organised reception area and managing incoming mail.
• Assisting in administrative tasks, including data entry.
• Providing information to students and parents about programmes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Office software

Job description

Overview

Enhanced DBS School Receptionist

Location: Penarth

Contract Type: Temporary - £12.82ph

Working hours: Monday - Friday 08:30-04:30

Our client is currently seeking a cheerful and professional School Receptionist to join their team on a temporary basis in Penarth.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and assisting visitors with a warm smile.
• Answering phone calls and directing inquiries to the appropriate staff members.
• Maintaining an organised reception area and managing incoming mail.
• Assisting in administrative tasks, including data entry and record-keeping.
• Providing information to students and parents about our programmes and services.
• Collaborating with staff to support daily school operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably within an educational or charitable setting.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in using office software and equipment.
• A genuine passion for supporting children.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team where you can truly make a difference!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS Check will be necessary for this role.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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