Job Title: School Receptionist
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: ASAP

About the School

A highly regarded school in Watford is seeking an experienced School Receptionist to join its busy front-office team.

The successful candidate will provide a professional first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff, visitors and external professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the main school reception.

• Greeting parents and visitors.

• Following safeguarding and visitor procedures.

• Managing visitor sign-in and identification.

• Answering incoming calls.

• Responding to general enquiries.

• Supporting pupil signing-in and signing-out procedures.

• Assisting with attendance administration.

• Maintaining reception records.

• Issuing visitor badges.

• Communicating with parents and carers.

• Providing general administrative support.

• Maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience working on reception within a school is essential.

• Previous school office experience.

• Understanding of safeguarding and visitor procedures.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Professional telephone manner.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Ability to remain calm in a busy environment.

• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

How to Apply

Candidates with previous school reception experience should submit an up-to-date CV highlighting their school-based responsibilities and relevant administrative experience.

Applications are being reviewed immediately.