School Receptionist – Bury St Edmunds

Job Title: School Receptionist

Location: Bury St Edmunds, 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:

We are partnering with an outstanding comprehensive school in Bury St Edmunds that requires an efficient and dedicated School Receptionist to manage their front office operations. The school places a high value on its administrative and support staff, ensuring access to tailored internal training, clear progression loops, and a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a stellar reception service, greeting all stakeholders, parents, and prospective staff with courtesy and professionalism.

• Filter incoming calls smoothly, dealing with routine inquiries directly and redirecting complex issues appropriately.

• Support the school's attendance officer by recording pupil lates, medical appointments, and absence slips.

• Help coordinate school events, parents' evenings, and open days by managing visitor registers and badges.

• Provide ad-hoc typing, copying, and scanning support for the senior leadership and teaching teams.

Requirements:

• Experience working as a receptionist, administrative assistant, or a customer service specialist.

• Fast, accurate data entry skills and familiarity with standard office software.

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

• Strong team player who is reliable, punctual, and maintains a positive attitude under pressure.

How to Apply:

Please send your up-to-date CV directly to our school support staff division. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 48 hours to discuss immediate interview opportunities.