School Receptionist / Administrator

Senploy; Barking; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is partnering with a school in Barking to recruit a friendly receptionist to start ASAP. The role is full time during term time, 8am to 4pm, with coverage until at least July 2027 and potential attendance duties as required.

The receptionist will be the first point of contact for visitors, staff and pupils, ensuring a smooth welcome and efficient visitor management. Experience of working in a busy school environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a receptionist in a busy school environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage visitors and calls in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for visitors and staff.
• Answer calls, direct visitors, and manage entry to the school.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Customer service

Telephone handling

Tools

BromCom

Switchboard

Job description

Our partner school in Barking is seeking a Receptionist to start ASAP to cover until at least July 2027. Potentially role will also include attendance.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and friendly Receptionist to join our partner school in Barking. The successful candidate will be a friendly, approachable, and efficient first point of contact to visitors and will ensure that they experience a smooth introduction to the school. They will join a dedicated team of support staff who work together to create a warm and professional working environment, supporting and collaborating with teachers, senior management and pupils.

This is a busy role, full time 8am-4pm, Term Time only.

Will involve using BromCom and other systems, using switchboard, answering calls, following guidelines, directing visitors and being the first point of contact for entry into the school.

Due to the nature of the role, school receptionist experience in a busy school is needed.

Role is subject to References and Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Paid Trial Day available immediately.

LT Support is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer, because of this we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.