School Receptionist: Welcoming Front Desk & Admin

Irlam and Cadishead Academy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Staff discount scheme

Flexible working

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Irlam and Cadishead Academy in Salford seeks a highly organised School Receptionist to be the first point of contact for students, parents, visitors and external agencies, ensuring a warm, professional welcome and efficient front-desk service.

You will provide reception and general administration support to the school, maintain calm in a busy environment, and contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Experience in reception, customer service or administration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and school management systems.
• Strong organisational skills; able to prioritise workload.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Team player with a calm, approachable manner.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for students, parents and visitors.
• Provide efficient reception and administrative support for day-to-day school operations.
• Manage visitor sign-in, security and safeguarding procedures.
• Coordinate calls, emails and front-desk inquiries.
• Support the operation of the school front desk and reception area.

Skills

Reception experience

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Safeguarding awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Irlam and Cadishead Academy in Salford seeks a highly organised School Receptionist to be the first point of contact for students, parents, visitors and external agencies, ensuring a warm, professional welcome and efficient front-desk service.

You will provide reception and general administration support to the school, maintain calm in a busy environment, and contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children.