School Receptionist

Description

School Receptionist

Job Title: School Receptionist

Area: Wigan

Start Date: March 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm

Salary: £105.00 - £120.00 per day

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the School:

Are you someone who enjoys staying organised, working with people, and being part of a school environment? This could be a great opportunity whether you're a recent graduate hoping to begin a career in an office role, or an experienced receptionist or administrator looking for a fresh challenge.

This position offers the chance to build practical experience in areas such as school administration, HR support, and finance processes while working within a specialist educational setting.

A supportive SEN school in Wigan is currently looking for a committed and proactive individual to take on the role of School Receptionist within their administrative team. The role is full-time and available to start straight away, offering weekly pay of up to £600. For the right candidate, there is also the potential for the role to become permanent.

The Role - School Receptionist

As School Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and parents, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office. This varied role offers excellent exposure to different areas of school operations including administration, HR processes, and record management.

Key responsibilities include:

Answering and directing incoming telephone calls

Welcoming visitors and signing them in securely in line with safeguarding procedures

Maintaining accurate records and updating school systems

Supporting general administrative duties within the school office

Assisting with documentation, communication, and organisational tasksExperience with Hubmis school management software would be highly beneficial but is not essential, as training can be provided.

What's on Offer

Immediate start available

Up to £600 per week initially with the view of becoming a permanent salaried role

Full-time, long-term School Receptionist role (08:30-15:30, term-time)

Opportunity to gain experience across administration, HR, and finance functions

Potential permanent contract for the right candidate Ideal Candidate - School Receptionist

Hold Right to Work in the UK

Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service OR be willing to apply for a new one

Provide two professional child-related references Click 'Apply Now' to register your interest in this exciting School Receptionist role today!

Prospero is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. xjnqpsq The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare

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