Temporary Receptionist - Educational Setting, Birmingham

Aspire People; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

On-site role

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join our Reception Team in a specialist educational setting in Birmingham. You will answer calls, greet visitors, manage messages and take care of routine admin to support young adults aged 16-25.

This temporary, Monday to Friday role runs 8:30am to 3:30pm with immediate start. You will maintain a tidy reception, follow safeguarding and DBS requirements, and work both independently and as part of a supportive team in a friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Previous receptionist or administrative experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Friendly, professional, and approachable manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in a specialist educational or disability setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming telephone calls professionally and courteously.
• Direct calls to the appropriate staff member or department.
• Take messages and ensure they are passed on promptly.
• Respond to general enquiries and refer more complex queries where necessary.
• Welcome visitors and notify relevant staff of their arrival.
• Follow visitor sign-in procedures and ensure visitors are directed appropriately.
• Receive incoming post and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy and presentable Reception area.
• Follow confidentiality, safeguarding, health and safety and security procedures.
• Report any incidents, concerns or issues to the appropriate staff member.
• Provide support with the weekly calendar when required.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Friendly demeanor

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join our Reception Team in a specialist educational setting in Birmingham. You will answer calls, greet visitors, manage messages and take care of routine admin to support young adults aged 16-25.

This temporary, Monday to Friday role runs 8:30am to 3:30pm with immediate start. You will maintain a tidy reception, follow safeguarding and DBS requirements, and work both independently and as part of a supportive team in a friendly environment.