School Receptionist - Part-Time, Term-Time Role

Hoe Valley School; Old Woking; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Hoe Valley School is seeking a part-time Receptionist to join our busy reception team. The role covers front desk duties and administrative support for 25 hours per week during term time, from 7:30am to 12:30pm, Monday to Friday, with start ASAP.

The school values a professional first impression, safeguarding, and smooth daily operations. You will handle enquiries by phone and in person, sign in visitors, update SIMS MIS, assist First Aid Lead, manage mail, and support school events.

Qualifications

• Receptionist duties in a school environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Deal with enquiries, answer the telephone and relay messages to staff and students.
• Deal with student enquiries and sign in visitors with passes following safeguarding procedures.
• Update student details on the MIS (SIMS).
• Support the First Aid Lead with injuries or medical issues.
• Sort incoming mail and dispatch outgoing mail.
• Word process and produce school documents as directed by the PA to the Head Teacher.
• Liaise with staff, parents, carers and external agencies as appropriate.
• Photocopy and reproduce documents as required.
• Handle confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Work as part of the administrative team to ensure the school runs smoothly.
• Follow safeguarding policies and attend relevant training.
• Support with school events as requested by the PA to the Head Teacher.

Job description

Hoe Valley School is seeking a part-time Receptionist to join our busy reception team. The role covers front desk duties and administrative support for 25 hours per week during term time, from 7:30am to 12:30pm, Monday to Friday, with start ASAP.

The school values a professional first impression, safeguarding, and smooth daily operations. You will handle enquiries by phone and in person, sign in visitors, update SIMS MIS, assist First Aid Lead, manage mail, and support school events.