School Receptionist | Primary School | Medway

Position: School Receptionist
Location: Medway
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

Front Office Role in a Busy Primary School

A primary school in Medway is seeking to appoint a School Receptionist to join its administrative team as soon as possible. This is a key front-of-house role that supports the daily operation of the school and provides a welcoming first point of contact for visitors parents and pupils.

The role requires strong communication skills organisation and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy school office environment.

About the Role

You will be responsible for managing the main school reception area greeting visitors answering telephone enquiries and supporting general administrative tasks. The role involves handling pupil attendance information maintaining records and assisting staff with day-to-day office duties.

You will work closely with the School Office team to ensure that communication between parents staff and visitors is managed efficiently.

This role requires professionalism attention to detail and the ability to remain calm in a busy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for visitors parents and staff

• Answer telephone calls and respond to enquiries

• Manage the school reception area

• Maintain accurate attendance records

• Support administrative tasks including filing and data entry

• Assist with pupil sign-in and sign-out procedures

• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence

• Support communication between staff and parents

The School Environment

This primary school in Medway provides a welcoming and organised working environment where administrative staff play an important role in daily school operations. The office team works collaboratively to ensure that procedures run smoothly and efficiently.

The school supports clear communication systems and structured administrative processes that help maintain consistency throughout the school day.

Leadership values reliable and professional staff who contribute positively to the school community.

Candidate Requirements

The school is seeking an organised and professional individual who can manage reception duties effectively.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working in a receptionist or administrative role

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Good organisational skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks

• Confidence using office systems and databases

• Professional telephone manner

Desirable

• Experience working in a school or education setting

• Knowledge of school attendance procedures

• Experience using school management systems

How to Apply

If you are interested in this School Receptionist role in Medway with an ASAP start please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.