School Receptionist

School Receptionist & Administrator * Location: East London – Tower Hamlets * Job Type: Full time long term placement * Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00am – 4:00pm * Start Date: ASAP * Pay Rate: £15 per hour (PAYE) School Receptionist – East London We are currently recruiting for a professional and organised School Receptionist & Administrator to join the office team at a welcoming and well-established school in East London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous UK school office experience who enjoys working in a busy, people-focused environment. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and students, ensuring the school reception runs smoothly while providing vital administrative support to the wider office team. Candidates must have an Enhanced DBS and prior experience working in a school reception or school administration role. Experience using SIMS or another school MIS system is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers, and students Managing the school reception desk and maintaining a welcoming, professional environment Handling incoming calls, emails and enquiries and directing them to the appropriate staff member Providing general school office administrative support including filing, photocopying and data entry Updating and maintaining school records and MIS systems (SIMS desirable) Supporting attendance processes, including registers, letters and communication with parents Assisting with general documentation and correspondence Ensuring safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection procedures are followed at all times Supporting the wider school office team with daily operational tasks Requirements Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Previous experience working in a UK school office Experience using SIMS or another school management system (preferred) Strong communication and customer service skills Good IT skills including Microsoft Office Excellent organisation, reliability and attention to detail Ability to work in a busy school environment Why Apply? Competitive £16 per hour PAYE Immediate start available Opportunity to work within a supportive school office team Gain experience in a well-established East London school How to Apply If you are an experienced School Receptionist or School Administrator looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV today to be considered. If you are interested in other school-based roles, please feel free to get in touch