School Secretary and Receptionist

London Temporary View Job Description
This is a key front-facing role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of a busy Junior School. Acting as both Secretary and Receptionist, you will provide high-quality administrative support while delivering a professional, friendly and reassuring welcome to pupils, parents, staff and visitors.Hours: Monday to Friday (typically 8:00am-2:45pm)
  • Be the welcoming heart of a vibrant junior school
  • Be part of a prestigious school

About Our Client

Our client is a highly regarded independent school set within an exceptional campus in South East London. Known for its strong community ethos, high standards and commitment to pupil wellbeing, the school offers a warm, professional and inclusive environment where staff are valued, supported and encouraged to thrive.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Offering a warm, professional welcome to all visitors
  • Handling telephone calls and emails efficiently, accurately and courteously
  • Liaising confidently with pupils, parents, staff and senior stakeholders
  • Providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Junior School
  • Managing written, electronic, telephone and in-person enquiries
  • Maintaining accurate pupil attendance records and acting as the attendance lead
  • Using IT systems (including Microsoft Office) and school databases effectively



The Successful Applicant

Person Specification:

  • Previous experience in an office or administrative role within a school setting
  • Strong IT skills, including Outlook and Microsoft Office
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
  • Ability to manage a varied and busy workload
  • Hold a clean enhanced DBS



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work at a prestigious private school.
  • Key experience in a busy school environment
Contact
Daniel Cronin
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6990798
Phone number
+44 207 269 2217

Job summary

Job function
Business Support
Subsector
Receptionist
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Daniel Cronin
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2217
Job reference
JN-042026-6990798