At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our school, managing reception and supporting staff and parents.
- Company: Join a welcoming village primary school in Rawtenstall.
- Benefits: Long-term contract with potential for permanent position and free training.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant school community while honing your admin skills.
- Qualifications: Previous school office experience and confidence using Arbor, SIMS, and ParentPay.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Rawtenstall
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Start Date: October
Contract: Long-term
We are seeking an experienced, friendly, and highly organised School Receptionist to join a welcoming village primary school in Rawtenstall from October. As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, pupils, and staff, you will be the face and voice of the school. We are looking for someone who is professional, approachable, and able to provide an exceptional front‑of‑house service while supporting the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school office.
Requirements
- Previous experience working within a school office (essential)
- Confidence using Arbor, SIMS, and ParentPay
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage a busy workload
- Remain calm and professional in a fast‑paced environment
- Committed to providing outstanding customer service to pupils, parents, staff, and visitors
Responsibilities
- Welcoming visitors and managing the school's reception
- Answering telephone calls and responding to emails professionally
- Supporting parents with enquiries and providing excellent customer service
- Assisting teaching and support staff with administrative tasks
- Organising school trips, including paperwork and communications
- Maintaining accurate pupil records and school databases
- Using Arbor, SIMS, and ParentPay to support the day‑to‑day administration of the school
- Carrying out general office administration to ensure the school runs efficiently
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school administrator who enjoys being at the heart of a school community. If you are friendly, professional, and thrive in a busy office environment, we would love to hear from you. To apply, you must have previous school office experience and be confident using Arbor, SIMS, and ParentPay. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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