School Receptionist – Ipswich

Job Title: School Receptionist / Administrator

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: £22,500 – £25,000 per annum (pro-rata, Term-Time Only)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the School:

Located in Ipswich, this dynamic secondary academy is looking to recruit an energetic and articulate School Receptionist to join their vibrant front-of-house team. The academy prides itself on academic ambition, exceptional pupil behavior, and a highly collaborative support staff network. This is an ideal position for a proactive professional who thrives at the center of a busy, rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the main reception desk, ensuring a secure, orderly, and highly professional front-of-house area.

• Process daily student attendance data, following up on unexplained absences with phone calls and emails to parents.

• Liaise with teaching staff, senior leaders, and external agencies regarding daily school events and visitor schedules.

• Create and distribute whole-school communications, including newsletters, email announcements, and text alerts.

• Maintain accurate electronic student files, respecting all data protection guidelines (GDPR).

Requirements:

• Proven front-of-house reception, administration, or customer-facing experience.

• A confident, polite, and reassuring professional demeanor when handling challenging situations or queries.

• Strong multitasking skills with an excellent eye for detail.

• Comfortable utilizing databases and online communication portals.

• Full commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and compliant educational environment.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining this school’s front office team, please forward your current CV to our branch today. We will review your application swiftly to organize formal interviews.