Job Description

We are looking to appoint a Receptionist, who will undertake receptionist/clerical duties at the school ensuring all callers receive an efficient and effective service.

37 hours per week

Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm , 8.30am - 4pm Fridays

This role is term time plus 5 days - 39 working weeks plus 5.6 weeks holiday pay.

Actual annual salary 20,574

Main duties:

Answers telephone enquiries to ensure that an effective service is provided to customers by either passing the calls to an appropriate member of staff or dealing with requests for information. Ensures that all information and communications are passed on to the appropriate person.

Greet visitors, ascertain purpose of the visit. Deals with routine enquiries for information and if appropriate contacts an appropriate member of staff to deal with them.

Updates and maintains a variety of computerised record systems and produces routine reports as necessary.

Provides general support to office staff which includes opening, sorting and distribution of post, photocopying, arranging duplicate/printing, sending faxes and arranging meetings.

Contacts parents/carers regarding any matters concerning their child.

Undertakes responsibility for maintaining various booking systems.

Ensure the reception area is kept tidy and hazard free in line with good Health and Safety practice. Liaises with Caretaking and Finance staff regarding the prompt removal of deliveries.

Check, maintain and order stationery supplies.

Undertakes word processing in support of the general office.

For further information please download a recruitment pack and application form from the school website

www.birchfieldprimaryschool.co.uk

or telephone or e-mail for further assistance.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to relevant employment checks and criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.

Please complete an application form (which can be found on the school website or by contacting the school office) and submit to the office or email recruitment@birchfieldprimaryschool.co.uk .

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 20,574.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have experience of working on a busy reception desk?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025