School Receptionist: Welcoming Front Desk Pro

BeyondAutism; Tooting; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

BeyondAutism is seeking a proactive School Receptionist to help run a busy school office in Tooting. You will be the first point of contact for families, visitors and professionals, ensuring clear communication and smooth operations.

You will manage reception tasks, maintain records, support events and liaise with staff, families and local authorities. A DBS check is required as part of safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience of general office tasks and handling inquiries.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel).
• Clear and professional communication abilities.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school reception and frontline communications.
• Welcome families and visitors and direct enquiries to the right colleagues.
• Answer calls and monitor shared inboxes to ensure timely responses.
• Maintain accurate records for administration, visitors, transport and consent.
• Coordinate deliveries, taxis, school trips and supplies.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Time management

Attention to detail

Initiative

Relationship building

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

BeyondAutism is seeking a proactive School Receptionist to help run a busy school office in Tooting. You will be the first point of contact for families, visitors and professionals, ensuring clear communication and smooth operations.

You will manage reception tasks, maintain records, support events and liaise with staff, families and local authorities. A DBS check is required as part of safeguarding commitments.