School Receptionist - Reading. Job in Reading Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving secondary school in Reading is looking for a highly organised and welcoming School Receptionist to join their friendly team. This role involves managing the reception, handling enquiries, and supporting administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and strong IT proficiency, contributing positively to the school community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administration or receptionist roles.
• Strong IT proficiency, particularly in MS Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school reception, acting as the first point of contact.
• Handle telephone and email enquiries with professionalism.
• Assist with student attendance monitoring and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

IT Proficiency

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and welcoming School Receptionist to join our friendly and supportive team at a thriving secondary school in Reading.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the school reception, acting as the first point of contact for visitors, students, and parents.
• Handle telephone and email enquiries with professionalism and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate school records and support general administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and correspondence.
• Assist with student attendance monitoring and reporting.
• Support the coordination of school events and communications.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience in administration or receptionist roles (education sector desirable but not essential).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT proficiency, particularly in MS Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality.
• Friendly, approachable, and adaptable to a dynamic school environment.

If you are a proactive and personable professional looking for a role that makes a difference in the school community, we'd love to hear from you.