Receptionist in Banstead

Banstead Prep School is a co-educational Prep school, Pre-school and Nursery, educating around 250 girls and boys aged 2-11. An inclusive and diverse school community, we are located on the outskirts of the village of Banstead, Surrey, with excellent transport links to London and the South East. Our vision is to be a school that challenges, develops, and nurtures every child, where every child is free to be themselves.

We constantly strive to change and to improve, to deliver a modern education that prepares our children for an exciting future, encouraging them to aim high and dream big. Our school is young, vibrant, and thriving. We are committed to innovation and are always exploring ways to keep our forward-thinking curriculum fresh, challenging and relevant. We embrace change and are never afraid to shake things up to ensure we deliver the best for our children.

Our broad, and exciting curriculum inspires curiosity, right from the early years. It goes beyond the academics; we are teaching skills for life along with a broad range of co-curricular subjects. We offer exceptional facilities, including a STEM centre, drama studio and expansive spaces for sports, featuring a full-sized astro pitch, netball courts, huge sports hall and indoor pool.

We are not a feeder for any senior schools, we work to help parents identify aspirational but realistic school choices and prepare the children within the normal school timetable so that every child leaves us for their senior school of choice feeling valued, prepared, confident and ready to thrive. Our active and supportive parent community plays an integral role in our school, collaborating with us to raise funds for initiatives like new climbing frames and library enhancements.

Banstead Prep School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check. We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Do you have a warm and cheerful approach, with a desire to create a positive first impression and become the welcoming heart of our daily school operations? We have a rare opportunity for a friendly, professional, and adaptable Receptionist to join our school. This is a job share role, so you’ll be working as part of a supportive team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be someone who would enjoy an educational environment, has excellent communication skills, a positive light-hearted outlook and is able to juggle multiple priorities calmly and with ease.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:45am – 12:30pm

Salary: £13,334.29 pro rata (FTE £25,718) with a 2026 pay award pending

Term-Time Only: plus 2 weeks to cover INSET and flexible school holiday work

Key Responsibilities

• Reception Duties: Welcoming visitors, parents, and students with a friendly and professional attitude.
• Communication: Effectively communicating both in person and via email, ensuring smooth interactions within the school community.
• Support the School Team: Be a key part of the school’s front office, working closely with both the morning receptionist and wider staff team.
• Flexibility: You must be able to quickly change priorities to meet the needs of the school as they arise.
• Administration: Highly organised with strong administration skills.

What We Are Looking For

• A friendly and approachable individual who would enjoy a school environment.
• A strong communicator both in person and by email.
• Someone who is well-presented and able to manage a busy, varied role.
• Flexible and able to adapt to the changing needs of the school environment.
• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role would be an advantage but not essential.
• Must be willing to undergo a DBS check and online search.

Why Work at Banstead Prep?

Banstead Prep is a young, vibrant, and innovative school, where academic excellence and student wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. Our forward-thinking curriculum is designed to be both challenging and inspiring, preparing children for success both inside and outside the classroom. As part of the United Learning Group, we offer excellent professional development opportunities, a supportive network, and exceptional school facilities.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Discounted school fees
• Free lunch and refreshments
• Free parking
• Life insurance (after 6 months)
• Discounts on store and gym memberships
• Access to childcare vouchers, car lease schemes, and a designated wellbeing site

Our school community is strong, with a low staff turnover and high staff satisfaction. We are enthusiastic about creating a positive working environment where staff can thrive.

Closing Date: TBC (early applications encouraged)

Please Note: Due to the nature of the role, we are unable to accept applications from current parents of the school. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Banstead Prep School is an equal opportunities employer.