Warm Pre-Prep Receptionist & Office Coordinator

King Edward's School, Bath; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free refreshments

Employee assistance program

Gym on-site

School fee remission

Cycle to Work scheme

Pilates classes

Glasses and eye care support

Job summary

King Edward’s School, Bath is seeking a warm, professional Pre-Prep Receptionist to be the welcoming first contact for children, parents, visitors and staff. The role supports communications, admin and family liaison while helping maintain a safe, well-organised school environment.

The fixed term, full-time position runs 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday, from September to December 2026, with a start in September 2026. This role is central to smooth day-to-day operations in Pre-Prep.

Qualifications

• Warm, approachable and professional communication.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy reception area.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Teams.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• A calm, flexible and proactive approach to day-to-day tasks.
• High levels of discretion, confidentiality and attention to detail.
• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing a warm and professional first point of contact for children, parents, visitors and staff.
• Managing the day-to-day running of the Pre-Prep reception area and office.
• Responding to telephone, email and in-person enquiries in a helpful and efficient manner.
• Supporting communication with parents, including messages, newsletters and school updates.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and assisting with general school administration.
• Supporting the organisation of trips, events and extra-curricular activities.
• Liaising closely with teaching staff, support staff and wider school departments.
• Upholding safeguarding procedures and helping to maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organisational skills

MS Office

Safeguarding

Tools

Outlook

Word

Teams

Job description

King Edward’s School, Bath is seeking a warm, professional Pre-Prep Receptionist to be the welcoming first contact for children, parents, visitors and staff. The role supports communications, admin and family liaison while helping maintain a safe, well-organised school environment.

The fixed term, full-time position runs 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday, from September to December 2026, with a start in September 2026. This role is central to smooth day-to-day operations in Pre-Prep.