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School Receptionist

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 6 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • A secondary school in Ashton-Under-Lyne is seeking a friendly and organised part-time Receptionist for a temporary position until the end of the academic year.
  • The role involves greeting visitors, managing phone calls, and providing administrative support to staff, with a focus on maintaining a professional reception area.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably in an educational setting, with a strong emphasis on communication and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with school management information systems is desirable.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, with candidates expected to have previous experience in a similar role.

A dynamic and inclusive secondary school in Ashton-Under-Lyne, committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment for students, is seeking a friendly and organised Receptionist to join the team and be the welcoming face of the school. Location: Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL5Job Type: Part-time (3 days)Contract type: Temporary, until end of the academic yearStart date: ASAPKey Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Greet and assist visitors, students, and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and handle enquiries.
  • Manage the school's front desk operations, including mail distribution and maintaining visitor logs.
  • Provide administrative support to school staff, including scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
  • Assist with student attendance records and related administrative tasks.
  • Maintain a tidy and organised reception area.
  • Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

Key Skills/Experience

  • Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably within an educational setting.
  • Experience in the use of school management information systems is desirable (SIMS, Bromcom, Arbour).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in using office equipment and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
  • Friendly and approachable demeanour.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • High level of professionalism and attention to detail.

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