Term-Time School Receptionist — Part Time

Durham County Council; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Howletch Lane Primary School in Peterlee is seeking a part-time receptionist to cover 9.00am-2.00pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only. You will be the welcoming face of our school, handling day-to-day office tasks and supporting staff and students.

We are looking for someone with strong organisational and communication skills, experience in a school office, and a friendly, professional approach. Visits to the school are encouraged; starting ASAP subject to references and DBS check.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a school or reception role
• Ability to work in term-time schedule and part-time hours
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Competence with school office systems
• Professional and friendly customer-facing manner

Responsibilities

• Manage reception duties, calls and visitor management
• Support day-to-day school office operations
• Assist with events, scheduling and administrative tasks
• Assist senior administrator

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Friendly professional approach

Attention to detail

Knowledge of school management systems

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Howletch Lane Primary School in Peterlee is seeking a part-time receptionist to cover 9.00am-2.00pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only. You will be the welcoming face of our school, handling day-to-day office tasks and supporting staff and students.

We are looking for someone with strong organisational and communication skills, experience in a school office, and a friendly, professional approach. Visits to the school are encouraged; starting ASAP subject to references and DBS check.