School Receptionist

School Receptionist

Dacorum, Hertfordshire

Salary:
Competitive (dependent on experience);

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time

Are you a friendly, organised and professional administrator who enjoys working with people? Do you thrive in a busy environment where no two days are the same?

We are recruiting on behalf of a secondary school for an enthusiastic School Receptionist to become the welcoming face of the school. As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and staff, you'll play a key role in delivering outstanding customer service while ensuring the smooth running of a busy reception.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and vibrant school community where every day brings something different.

• Welcome visitors and provide a professional front‑of‑house service.
• Answer and direct telephone calls and respond to enquiries.
• Support pupils, parents, staff and visitors throughout the school day.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with a range of administrative tasks.
• Provide general administrative support to the wider school as required.
• Help ensure the reception area remains welcoming, organised and efficient.

• Has previous reception, customer service or administrative experience.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident using Microsoft Office and general IT systems.
• Can prioritise a varied workload and remain calm under pressure.
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Has a professional, positive and approachable manner.
• Previous experience within a school environment would be an advantage but is not essential.

• Free lunch during term time
• Free onsite parking
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Enhanced family-friendly policies

If you're an organised, personable individual with excellent customer service skills and would enjoy working at the heart of a busy school, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is being advertised on behalf of our client. Due to the nature of the position, all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, in line with safer recruitment practices.