Receptionist

The role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, friendly and organised receptionist who will provide an efficient and effective reception service in our very busy prep school office. We are dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment for all pupils, visitors and staff. As the first point of contact, the Receptionist will ensure the smooth day-to-day handling of face-to-face, telephone and e-mail enquiries. 

Candidates must have strong people and communication skills. Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritise workload and complete administration tasks is important. Candidates will also have good attention to detail, a sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and evidence of working in an environment of high confidentiality. Experience of iSAMS or a similar MIS would be an advantage.

• Part time, term-time plus 7 INSET days and 15 days to be worked in the holidays.
• Two or three days per week, 8.30am-5.30pm to include Monday and Tuesdays.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including: competitive contributory pension scheme; generous annual leave of 31 days, rising to 36 days with service; reduction in school fees at King Edward VI Prep and Senior; free lunch, refreshments and onsite parking; Health Cash Plan; Christmas shutdown; INSET days each year to facilitate high quality training opportunities.

About us

King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from Nursery to Year 6, and is the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a 2-18 organisation whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural school with a strong family feel. 

For further information and to apply, please visit https://prep.kes.school/78/employment-opportunities or contact HR at hr@kes.hants.sch.uk or 023 8070 4561. 

Closing date: 9am on Monday 30 September 2024.

Interview date: w/c 30 September 2024.

CVs are not an acceptable alternative to the school application form.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.