School Receptionist - Derby

Hays; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated School Receptionist to join the dynamic team in Derby. This role is pivotal in ensuring the school operates smoothly, with responsibilities including greeting visitors, handling enquiries, and managing calls. The position offers ideal working hours aligned with school times and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment. With a competitive daily rate and access to professional development training, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a positive impact in the education sector. If you are organized, communicative, and ready to contribute to a vibrant school community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Ideal working hours

Dedicated consultant support

Free online CPD training

Access to an app

Up-to-date safeguarding training

CV writing support

Interview techniques advice

Refer-A-Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school office is essential.
• An enhanced DBS is required for this post.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet visitors to the school.
• Support parents, staff, and students with enquiries.
• Perform general office administrative duties.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organization

Time Management

Telephone Etiquette

Teamwork

Job description

Your new company

Hays Education are working with a number of schools based in Derby who are looking for a School Receptionist to join their team. The position will be from Monday to Friday, and is initially presented as a long-term temporary role with the potential to go permanent. As a School Receptionist, you will play an integral part in maintaining the vital functions of the school that ensure it runs smoothly.

Your duties may include:

1. Meeting and greeting visitors to the school
2. Supporting parents, staff and students with enquiries
3. Directing incoming calls to the appropriate personnel
4. General office administrative duties

What you'll need to succeed:

1. Previous experience of working in a school office
2. High level of verbal and written communication skills
3. Good organisation and time management skills
4. Excellent telephone manner
5. Ability to work alone or as part of a team
6. An enhanced DBS is required for this post.

What you'll get in return:

1. Competitive daily rate
2. Ideal working hours (school time)
3. A dedicated Hays Education consultant to help you out with your career aspirations within the education market
4. Access to free online CPD training
5. Access to our app
6. Up-to-date safeguarding training prior to assignment
7. Advice and support on CV writing and interview techniques

In addition to this, we run a Refer-A-Friend Scheme where you can receive £250 in vouchers to spend on the high street for each referral (T&Cs apply).

What you need to do now:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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