About this role
Your new company Hays Education is working in partnership with a large and welcoming primary school in Widnes to recruit an experienced School Administrator/Receptionist for a maternity cover position starting after October half-term. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, and is expected to last between 9 and 12 months. The school is a busy environment with a high volume of visitors, calls, and enquiries each day, so they are looking for a confident and capable administrator who can hit the ground running.
Your new role As the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, and visitors, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school's front office. Duties will include:
Managing the busy school reception and welcoming visitorsAnswering and directing incoming telephone callsSupporting pupil attendance and daily administration tasksMaintaining accurate records and updating school databasesManaging visitor sign-in procedures and safeguarding processesResponding to parent enquiries professionally and efficientlyProviding general administrative support to the wider school team
What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience working on a busy school reception is essentialStrong administrative and customer service skillsAbility to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environmentExperience using SIMS is highly desirableCandidates with experience of other school systems and the ability to pick up new technology quickly will also be consideredA professional, organised, and friendly approach
What you'll get in return
Competitive hourly rate of up to £16.50 per hour depending on experienceLong-term maternity cover opportunityFull-time hours in a supportive school environmentOngoing support from your dedicated Hays consultantWeekly pay and holiday entitlement
If you're an experienced school receptionist looking for your next opportunity in a thriving primary school, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Hays Education for more information.
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