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Front House Receptionist
Location: Newham
Salary: £100 – £130 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long Term

School Receptionist – Join a Vibrant Secondary School in Newham!

GSL Education London Branch are excited to be looking for a School Receptionist to join a friendly and welcoming coeducational secondary school in Newham. This is a fantastic long-term opportunity for an experienced School Receptionist who enjoys being the first point of contact and keeping a busy school office running smoothly.

As a School Receptionist, you will play a key role in supporting students, staff, parents, and visitors every day. If you are confident, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment, this School Receptionist role could be perfect for you.

We are searching for a School Receptionist who has strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You will be the face of the school and a vital part of creating a positive welcome for everyone who walks through the doors.

Responsibilities of the School Receptionist:

  • Greeting parents, visitors, and students in a warm and professional manner

  • Answering the telephone and responding to queries

  • Managing the school’s main reception area

  • Using Arbour to update records and manage information

  • Supporting daily office tasks and administrative duties

  • Handling sign-in/out procedures for visitors and staff

  • Communicating with staff departments when required

Requirements for the School Receptionist:

  • Previous experience as a School Receptionist is essential

  • Experience using Arbour

  • Confident in answering the telephone and handling enquiries

  • Comfortable dealing with parents, visitors, and students

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Ability to work calmly and professionally at all times

  • Right to work in the UK

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the "Front House School Receptionist" role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

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