Location: Lancashire

First impressions matter – and you could be the friendly face that makes everyone's school day a little brighter!

Are you an experienced School Receptionist with excellent organisational skills, a welcoming personality and a passion for supporting the smooth running of a school? A lovely, community-driven primary school in Lancashire, is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join its administrative team.

This is much more than a front-desk role! You'll be at the heart of the school, helping pupils, parents, staff and visitors feel welcome while ensuring the office remains organised, efficient and running like clockwork. If you're someone who enjoys a varied working day, takes pride in being reliable and thrives in a people-focused environment, this could be the perfect next step for you!

Your Role at a Glance

Every day will bring something different, giving you the opportunity to use your administrative expertise while making a genuine contribution to the school community.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming and assisting visitors – creating a positive first impression and ensuring everyone who enters the school feels greeted and supported.

• Managing telephone calls and enquiries – acting as a key communication link between the school, parents and the wider community.

• Keeping school records up to date – maintaining accurate pupil information through the school's MIS system.

• Supporting attendance procedures – monitoring attendance information and escalating concerns when necessary.

• Promoting a safe school environment – following safeguarding procedures and managing visitor sign-in processes carefully.

• Providing essential administrative support – assisting the senior leadership team and colleagues with the day-to-day demands of the school office.

Could You Be Our Ideal Candidate?

We're looking for someone who can combine professionalism with a friendly, approachable manner and who understands just how important an efficient school office is.

To be considered, you'll need:

• Essential: Previous experience working in a school reception or school administration role.

• Experience using school management information systems, such as SIMS, Arbor or similar platforms.

• Strong communication skills and the confidence to interact with a wide range of people.

• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

• A calm, adaptable approach when managing a busy reception and handling competing demands.

• An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and the importance of keeping pupils safe.

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

What's in It for You?

You'll have the opportunity to become part of a welcoming primary school that plays an important role in its local community. This position would suit an experienced school administrator who enjoys being the go-to person, takes pride in keeping things organised and wants to contribute to a positive environment for both pupils and staff.

Your work will help ensure that the school day gets off to the right start, that parents receive a helpful and professional service, and that staff have the administrative support they need.

Ready to Make Your Next Move?

If you're an experienced School Receptionist looking for a rewarding opportunity in Croydon, South London, and you're ready to bring your skills, enthusiasm and professionalism to a welcoming primary school, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your school administration career.