£13K/yr
Oxford, England
Permanent

Part time school receptionist- Term time only

Posted by Parke Lane People .

Our client, a well know educational establishment is seeking a flexible and experienced Receptionist to provide a professional, efficient and friendly welcome to all visitors to the Junior School.

The main duties of the post will include, but not be restricted to, the following:

  • Responsibility for Junior School Reception, ensuring the environment projects the best possible image of the School to all coming in
  • Acting as the 'front-of-house' to all visitors, providing a friendly welcome, whilst ensuring School policy is followed regarding security of all callers
  • Overseeing pupil registration
  • Ensuring telephone calls are answered promptly and messages forwarded
  • Responsibility for creating our weekly JSJ (Junior School Journal) publication to parents
  • Providing assistance with photocopying and preparation of general resources
  • General administration tasks

The ideal candidate will have/possess the following:

  • A keen interest in the welfare of pupils and show clear commitment to safeguarding children;
  • Demonstrable experience in a similar role
  • Previous experience of working in a school would be desirable, but not essential
  • Reliability, resilience and stamina
  • Accuracy and thorough attention to detail, as well as excellent organisational skills
  • Excellent inter-personal and communication skills, along with a diplomatic and discreet approach
  • Proficient use of Microsoft programmes, including Word, Outlook, Powerpoint and Excel
  • The ability to maintain a high work-rate and to cope with a range of tasks and competing priorities
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English
  • A good telephone manner and ability to deal with visitors and callers in a calm and courteous way
  • An enjoyment of working in the company of children, and of participating fully in the life of the School
  • A high level of personal integrity, honesty, and enthusiasm
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • An understanding of the ethos of independent schools

The successful candidate will be required to work mornings in the following pattern: 08:00-12:45 Monday-Friday, each week during term time (approx. 34 weeks). The total weekly hours will be 23hrs 45 minutes. The appointment will be term-time only plus Inset days.

In return my client offers a competitive salary and enhanced benefits, including additional holiday and pension contribution, use of sports facilities, and private health insurance.

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