Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding and varied role in a friendly and welcoming primary school? Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as a passion for working with children and their families? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for our school receptionist position! Your new role As a school receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for all visitors, phone calls, and enquiries. You will greet everyone with a smile and provide them with the information and assistance they need. You will also perform various administrative tasks including; Answering phone calls, taking messages, transferring calls, and providing information to callers. Greeting visitors, checking their identification, issuing visitor badges, and directing them to the appropriate person or place. Managing the school diary, booking appointments, arranging meetings, and sending reminders. Updating and maintaining records, databases, and files using computer applications such as Microsoft Office and SIMS Ordering and stocking supplies, equipment, and stationery. Coordinating with other staff and outside agencies as needed.What you\'ll need to succeed Previous experience in a receptionist or customer service role, ideally within an education setting Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications Knowledge of SIMS or other school management systems (desirable but not essential) A friendly, professional, and helpful attitude A high level of confidentiality and discretion A flexible and adaptable approach to work A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat you\'ll get in return You will be paid a competitive wage, based on your experience. You will accrue holiday pay with the option to take it at any point of the year. You will receive free and up to date online Safeguarding training. You will also have a consultant available to you who will support you throughout your role. You can also earn \xc2\xa3250 in vouchers when you refer a friend to Hays! What you need to do now If you\'re interested in this role, click \'apply now\' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn\'t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C\'s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

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