Average School Receptionist salary in South East London

?WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ?ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are looking for a receptionist to work within the Harris Federation Head Office, undertaking Reception and other administrative duties within the CEO's team. ?MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Greeting and receiving all visitors to Head Office in a professional manner, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and Health & Safety protocolsOperating the telephone switchboard, directing calls to appropriate departments or staff members, taking messages, and responding promptly to enquiries from parents/carers and the publicMaintaining the reception area and meeting rooms to a high standard, ensuring they are tidy, presentable and reset after use, and reporting any maintenance issues to the Office ManagerSupporting the Office Manager with office maintenance tasks, including coordinating fire drills, liaising with engineers and managing heating/air con servicingOrganising and preparing refreshments for meetings and eventsUpdating employee records to reflect staff changes for switchboard/Inventry accuracyManaging incoming and outgoing mail and parcels, including maintaining the franking machine account and ordering suppliesCoordinating courier services and managing related accountsMaintaining the academy contact sheet, ensuring Principal and PA details are currentBuilding positive relationships with staff, contractors and external agencies to support the Federation’s objectives A full list of responsibilities can be found in the Job Pack. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Flexibility and ability to respond to multiple demands and to prioritiseThe ability to work well with colleagues and visitorsA high level of adaptability to changing demandsThe ability to work collaboratively as part of a teamThe ability to plan and organise work to meet varying deadlinesThe ability to work on own and take initiativeStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience of delivering a high-quality serviceExperience of a range of general administrative duties.Good ICT skills and experience, including Word, Excel and management information systems (MIS) Please download the Job Pack for a full person specification. ?APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young p...

Job Title: School Receptionist Location: Southwark Contract: Temp to PermHours: Part time, Thursday and Fridays Pay Rate: £16 per hour Job Overview: We are looking for a friendly and organised School Receptionist to join a SEN School in Southwark. This role involves providing excellent front-of-house support and ensuring the smooth running of the school office. Key Responsibilities: Welcome visitors, parents, and staff to the schoolAnswer and direct phone calls and emailsManage incoming and outgoing postMaintain school records and filing systemsSupport school staff with basic administrative tasksAssist with pupil attendance and office duties as needed Requirements: Previous experience in a reception or administrative role preferredExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational skills and attention to detailProfessional and friendly attitudeAbility to handle confidential information Additional Information: This is a temp role Part time, Thursday and Fridays

Pupil Services Receptionist - Long term temporary assignment to start September 2025Job Type: Full-time (Term-Time Only) Monday - FridayLocation: Academy East LondonSalary: £15 per hourWe are seeking a dedicated Pupil Services Receptionist on a long-term basis with the potential for extension. This role is crucial in providing a welcoming and efficient front-of-house service to our academy community.Day-to-day of the role: Greet and welcome visitors in person and over the phone, ensuring a professional and friendly reception experience.Manage the reception area, maintaining a tidy and organised space.Perform various administrative duties as required to support academy operations.Serve as a First Aider within the academy following appropriate training.Work 36 hours per week, from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, during term-time plus one additional week for INSET days.There may be opportunities to work extra hours during school holidays to staff reception or assist with other tasks, as well as to help with after-school events during term times.Required Skills & Qualifications: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.Experience in a reception or front-of-house role is preferred.A friendly and professional demeanour.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.First Aid certification or willingness to undergo trainingWHOLE SCHOOL RECRUITMENT vetting will be completed on the successful applicant so it is essential that you have a fully checkable work history and references - A DBS on the update Services is also essential due to the start date of this assignment