School Receptionist
19 days ago
Wigan
About the role: Edstaff are recruiting for a School Receptionist to join a friendly and supportive secondary school in Wigan. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors. The right candidate should have a welcoming and friendly personality with a pro-active and positive approach. You must be confident in dealing with people of all ages and able to remain calm during busy periods. Key Responsibilities: • Meeting and greeting visitors, students, and parents in a welcoming and professional manner, • Handling incoming calls in a timely manner, • Booking in visitors and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times, • Maintaining accurate visitor logs and supporting school security protocols, • Providing general administrative support to the school office as required Essential requirements: • Previous reception or administrative experience (school experience desirable but not essential), • Strong communication and organisational skills, • A calm, professional, and approachable manner, • A clear understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality within a school setting, • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks Why join EdStaff: • A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your job search, • Weekly pay via PAYE, • Free online CPD accredited learning opportunities, • Local roles—we find schools that suit your needs and location, • The opportunity to build strong relationships with local schools – potential for long-term and permanent positions, • Competitive pay rates, • Refer-a-friend scheme Edstaff are committed to safeguarding and promoting to welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment