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Secondary School Receptionist

Job description

School Receptionist - High School (Wigan)
Immediate Start | Temp to Perm Opportunity
£13 - £17 per hour (dependent on experience)

Simply Education are recruiting for a School Receptionist to join a friendly and supportive high school in Wigan. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Meeting and greeting visitors, students, and parents in a welcoming and professional manner

  • Managing the school switchboard and handling incoming calls efficiently

  • Booking in visitors and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times

  • Maintaining accurate visitor logs and supporting school security protocols

  • Providing general administrative support to the school office as required

Requirements:

  • Previous reception or administrative experience (school experience desirable but not essential)

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

  • A calm, professional, and approachable manner

  • A clear understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality within a school setting

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks

What's on Offer:

  • Immediate start

  • Friendly and supportive school environment

  • Competitive hourly rate of £13-£17 depending on experience

  • Potential for a temporary role to become permanent for the right candidate

If you are reliable, proactive, and passionate about supporting schools, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered.