School receptionist

We are currently working with a number of friendly and welcoming primary schools across Walsall who are seeking experienced School Receptionists to join their office teams. Schools are looking for candidates who can provide a professional first impression while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

This position requires someone who is calm under pressure, highly organised, and confident communicating with parents, staff, and visitors.

Key Duties Welcoming visitors and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed correctly

Managing incoming calls, messages, and front office enquiries

Supporting attendance and pupil absence procedures

Maintaining accurate records using ARBOR, SIMS, and BROMCOMManaging visitor badges, signing in procedures, and school security processes

Assisting with school correspondence and parent communications

Supporting administrative tasks for leadership and teaching staff

Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Candidate Requirements Previous experience within a primary school office environment

Confident using ARBOR, SIMS, and/or BROMCOMStrong customer service and communication skills

Ability to work efficiently within a busy reception area

Good IT and administration skills

Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within schools

Important Information No training will be provided

Candidates must be experienced and able to start immediately

Enhanced DBS clearance is required

Candidates without an Enhanced DBS will need to obtain and fund their own DBS check

All positions are subject to safeguarding and referencing checks

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.