Receptionist - Welcoming Secondary School - Southwark

Receptionist – Welcoming Secondary School – Southwark

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience

School Information

This is a high-performing 11–18 Good Ofsted-rated secondary school in Southwark recognised for its strong academic outcomes and supportive school culture.

The school serves a diverse urban community and prides itself on maintaining a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where students feel respected and motivated to achieve their goals.

Students demonstrate excellent behaviour and engagement in their learning. The school promotes high expectations, encouraging pupils to develop resilience, independence, and a strong sense of responsibility.

The leadership team is committed to providing a supportive professional environment for staff, ensuring that colleagues feel valued and empowered to contribute to the school community.

The school benefits from modern facilities and a well-organised administrative structure. The reception area is an important hub within the school, acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and students.

The Role

The school is seeking a professional and approachable Receptionist to join the front-office administration team.

The Receptionist plays a key role in ensuring that the school provides a welcoming and efficient service to visitors, students, parents, and staff. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong organisational ability, and a calm and friendly manner.

The successful candidate will manage the school reception area, handle enquiries, and support the wider administration team with a range of clerical tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and students

• Managing incoming calls and responding to enquiries professionally

• Greeting visitors and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed

• Supporting the administration team with clerical tasks

• Managing visitor sign-in systems and reception records

• Assisting with communication between parents and school staff

• Distributing messages and information across the school

• Supporting attendance and student information systems when required

• Maintaining an organised and welcoming reception environment

Front Office Environment

The reception team plays a vital role in shaping the school’s first impression for visitors and families. The school values professionalism, efficiency, and a friendly approach that reflects the positive ethos of the school.

Staff in the administration team work collaboratively to ensure that the school operates smoothly and that parents and visitors receive prompt and helpful assistance.

The role offers an opportunity to become a key part of the school community while supporting the day-to-day functioning of the school.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A friendly, professional, and approachable manner

• Strong organisational and administrative skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment

• Confidence using administrative software and office systems

• High levels of professionalism and confidentiality

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Previous reception or administrative experience would be advantageous.

Why Join This School

• Supportive and welcoming school community

• Strong leadership and clear organisational structures

• Opportunity to work in a vibrant Central London school environment

• Professional development opportunities

• Collaborative administrative team

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible .