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School Receptionist - Independent Co-Educational School...

Are you an articulate, customer-focused administrative professional ready to deliver exceptional front-of-house service and administrative support in a prestigious independent setting? This is a prime opportunity to serve as the welcoming face of an established school community.

  • Highly regarded independent co-educational school in Colchester, Essex

  • School Receptionist managing front-of-house operations, visitor safety, and switchboard logistics

  • Full-time role (Term-Time Only + 2 Weeks) | September start

Our client is seeking a polished, personable School Receptionist to manage their main front desk from September. Serving as the primary point of contact, you will manage switchboard calls, greet current and prospective parents, coordinate daily post, and maintain accurate pupil attendance records on digital management systems (SIMS/iSAMS). Additionally, you will support senior administrative leaders with open day preparations, school tour logistics, and general correspondence, ensuring an immaculate first impression for all visitors.

School Information This prestigious independent institution is celebrated for its outstanding academic progress, rich co-curricular tradition, and welcoming community ethos. Situated within easy reach of transport links, the school offers small class sizes, high staff retention, and generous non-teaching benefits, including a complimentary daily lunch, dedicated parking, and fully funded pathways for professional administrative qualifications.

Qualifications & Criteria

  • Proven experience in a front-of-house receptionist or administrative role (independent school or corporate customer service environment preferred)

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with a professional, welcoming telephone manner

  • High confidence using MS Office and educational database systems (SIMS, iSAMS, or Arbor)

  • Complete understanding of visitor safeguarding procedures, DBS verification checks, and KCSIE guidelines

Application To be considered for this School Receptionist post in Colchester starting in September, please submit your detailed CV today.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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