School Receptionist

Role Overview & Responsibilities

School Receptionist

36 hours per week, Monday – Saturday,
Monday - Friday 07:00-13:00
Saturday 08:00-14:00

Responsible to: Office Manager

Context

Scarisbrick Hall School is proud to have a reputation for high academic standards and staff who will go ‘above and beyond’ to secure the best possible outcomes for all students. The school is set in the beautiful setting of Scarisbrick Hall Park including woodland, lake and attractive surroundings. Scarisbrick Hall School is a member of the Independent Schools Association.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and them Disclosure & Barring Service. A full employment history is required for all applicants.

The Appointment

Responsibilities and Core Duties of the Post

· Working as part of a team, greet all visitors to the school with a smile and a warm welcome, signing visitors into and out of the premises in accordance with school policies

· Deal with incoming telephone calls quickly and efficiently, directing calls to the appropriate staff, taking clear & concise messages

. Handle peak periods in a calm manner, managing visitors to reception, incoming calls, messages via radios and the intercom

· Be aware of and comply with all school policies and procedures which include child protection, health, safety & security, confidentiality, and data protection.

- Undertake office administration tasks as required and directed by the Office Manager.

. This is an all year-round post, not term time only – holidays to be taken in school holidays.

Personal Specification

Excellent communication skills including being confident to exchange verbal information clearly and sensitively with both children and adults

Understand and respect the principles of confidentiality and policies

Good sense of humour

Cheerful, positive, friendly personality

This role would suit someone with office/retail/front of house experience or a person willing to learn a new role with training and guidance.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £10.55 per hour

Schedule:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 06/04/2023