We are recruiting a Front of House Receptionist/Administrator for a busy and vibrant school in Tower Hamlets. This role is ideal for someone with strong customer service skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to manage a wide variety of tasks first thing in the morning.
The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and students, ensuring a warm, professional, and organised welcome to the school.
successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and students, ensuring a warm, professional, and organised welcome to the school.
*Location: Tower Hamlets
*Start Date: May 2026
*Working hours - Shift 3 days from 7am - 12pm and then 2 days from 7 - 3.45
*No Parking Available
*Type: Temporary (with potential for extension)
*Hourly Rate – £17ph
Key Responsibilities
*Provide a friendly, efficient, and professional front-of-house service
*Greet and assist visitors, parents, and pupils in line with safeguarding procedures
*Manage the reception area, ensuring a calm and welcoming environment
*Handle incoming calls and emails
*Book and coordinate supply staff from 7am daily
*Assist with general administrative tasks, including photocopying, filing, and data entry
*Maintain accurate records with strong attention to detail
*Support with school correspondence and communication
*Handle challenging situations calmly and professionally
*Work collaboratively with the wider administrative team
Essential Skills & Experience:
*Excellent customer care and communication skills
*Confident handling busy front-of-house responsibilities
*Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
*Able to remain calm, friendly, and professional under pressure
*Experience working in a school office or busy reception environment (desirable but not essential)
*Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, email, databases)
*Ability to manage challenging situations sensitively and appropriately
*Friendly, outgoing, and approachable personality
Desirable:
*Experience within HR or willingness to take on additional HR-related responsibilities
*Previous experience booking supply staff
*Knowledge of safeguarding procedures within a school environment
Additional Information
There is potential for the successful candidate to take on additional HR responsibilities in the future, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their school support career.
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