School Receptionist

Overview: This part-time position provides essential frontline reception and administrative support to the Junior School. The role involves being the first point of contact for parents, pupils, and visitors and managing various administrative tasks such as monitoring registration and completing absence and late reports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the main school reception, acting as the first point of contact for visitors and telephone enquiries.
• Provide a welcoming reception service to all members of the school and the wider community.
• Perform general administrative support duties as directed by the Office Manager and Head’s PA.
• Ensure adherence to safeguarding principles and procedures at all times.
• Handle highly confidential information with discretion.
• Support the whole school with administrative tasks as required.

Candidate Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail.
• Diplomatic and discreet in handling sensitive information.
• Previous experience in a busy receptionist role is desirable.
• Strong administrative skills.

Salary: Competitive, to be discussed during the interview process.

Hours:

• Term time (36 weeks) with an additional three weeks during half terms and one week during the school summer holiday = 40 weeks paid pro-rate over 12 months.
• Part-time: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 1 pm.

Application Process: Newbridge Preparatory will only accept applications directly from candidates. Applications must include details of two referees with email addresses. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications are received. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Join our team and contribute to the efficient and welcoming environment at Newbridge Preparatory School.

Interviews will take place ASAP. Early application is advised. 

Applications close at Midnight on Sunday, 18th August 2024.

Newbridge Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. They will also be asked to complete a declaration to confirm that they are not disqualified from working with children under the Childcare (D) 2009 Regulations.

We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new appointment allows us to bring a different perspective, and we are always eager to diversify further. Newbridge Preparatory School is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career.