Receptionist

Summary:

Receptionist needed at a school in Chaldon, Surrey. Apply now for a rewarding opportunity.

About the School:

A school dedicated to providing high-quality education and support for young people with special educational needs and disabilities. The school fosters an inclusive and supportive environment that empowers students to reach their full potential.

The Opportunity:

As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and phone calls, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school at the start of its journey and make a meaningful impact on the school’s operations and culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, following safeguarding procedures and ensuring secure sign-in and sign-out processes.
• Manage the reception desk and telephone duties, providing efficient and professional support to all callers.
• Liaise with office suppliers and manage gate control.
• Identify and respond to internal and external queries in a timely and effective manner.
• Log, pass on, and follow up messages for colleagues to ensure smooth communication.
• Operate a computer to access databases, use word processing applications, and complete basic support tasks.
• Maintain, update, sort, and retrieve records, including monitoring and ordering stationery and office supplies.
• Accurately file, index, and retrieve documents and records.
• Prepare and distribute documents, reports, and presentations as required.
• Manage post, diary, and attendance management systems for students.
• Support the Referrals team with phone enquiries and organise assessment dates.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• At least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience in an administrative role.
• Computer literacy in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to use a range of databases.
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Discreet, confidential, and reliable.

Preferred

• Experience in a school or educational setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and best practices.
• Experience with attendance management systems.
• Familiarity with multi-disciplinary team environments.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary with a welcome bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous leave and pension contributions.