School Receptionist

Your new company Be the friendly face at the heart of a busy secondary school! Are you organised, approachable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Do you love meeting people and making a great first impression? If so, we'd love to hear from you.A welcoming secondary school in Barnsley is looking for a Receptionist to join their team from SEPTEMBER. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the daily life of a school, acting as the first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors, and staff. Your new role No two days are the same! Your duties will include: Meeting and greeting visitors with a warm and professional manner Managing the busy school telephone system Responding to emails and enquiries Signing visitors and contractors in and out of the school site Processing deliveries and incoming post Providing administrative support across the school Supporting the smooth running of the reception What you'll need to succeed We are keen to speak with candidates who are: Friendly, professional, and confident communicating with a wide range of people Experienced in administration or reception-based roles Competent using IT systems and Microsoft Office Able to multitask and prioritise effectively Calm under pressure with excellent attention to detail Proactive and able to use their own initiative Reliable, organised, and a strong team We will need to be able to obtain references to cover the last 2 years as a minimum and you will need to be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check if you don't already have a DBS on the update service. What you'll get in return As well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding school. When you register with Hays you will be allocated a dedicated consultant who will be on hand to offer career advice and guide you through the registration process. Once you have completed this particular assignment we will then be in a position to place you in further schools. By registering with Hays Education, you will also be eligible for our Refer a Friend Scheme where you could receive £250 in vouchers T&Cs apply What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk