Simply Education are looking to recruit a full-time (perm) receptionist to work for our clients school in the Surrey area. The school is a brand new SEND Secondary School which opened up in September 2025 for young people aged 11-16 who require support with social communication, emotional regulation and sensory processing, typically associated with Autism.

Key Duties of the role:

• To act as the first point of contact for all visitors to the site, following safeguarding processes at all times including checking ID documents and correct signing in and out procedures.
• Man the desk / Reception at all times.
• Liaising with office suppliers.
• Gate control.
• Identifying the caller's Requirements for internal and external queries, providing an appropriate response.
• Receiving, logging, passing on and if necessary, following up messages for colleagues in a timely and effective manner so that visitors are made to feel welcome and that colleagues can be notified about visitors.
• Copying, collating and distribution of documents, operating and completing basic support activity for a standard copying machine.
• Operating a computer to access databases and using word processing applications when required.
• Maintaining, updating, sorting and retrieving a range of records/statistical data, including monitoring/ordering of stationery and office supplies if appropriate.
• Accurate filing, indexing, retrieving and other related work.
• Prepare documents, reports and presentations as required.
• Typing and setting up documents such as letters and reports.
• Managing post.
• Diary Management.
• Support Attendance Management Information System for students.
• Maintaining the condition of the reception area and arranging for necessary repairs via Maintenance team.
• Circulation of announcements as required.
• Assisting and liaising with the Referrals team, receiving and passing on phone enquiries, organising assessment dates.

Requirements:

• At least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include Maths and English is essential.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Demonstrable experience of working in an administrative role.
• Computer literacy - Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and ability to use range of databases once trained.
• Ability to manage own time to deal with multiple tasks.
• Discreet, confidential and reliable.
• Ideally previous experience working in a school setting.

Benefits and Perks to you:

What's in it for you?

• Continuous growth, training and development - which is fully funded.
• £1000 WELCOME BONUS
• Company discounts, such as discounts on your shopping, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships and so much more.
• Full access to their cycle to work scheme and Car Scheme
• Competitive pay & reward, such as enhanced annual leave, company sick pay, enhanced pension and life assurance.
• 27/7 GP Access - for you and your household.

And so much more…

This is no ordinary role; it is a long-term opportunity that offers the chance to develop valuable, life-long skills.

If you are interested in this role - please feel free to reach out by emailing Ioan on or call 01245 208194.

Alternatively, please apply with an up-to-date CV.