School Receptionist
Posted on Jul 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£14 - £15 Hourly
Temporary
Are you looking for a fast-paced and rewarding front of house role in a vibrant school environment?
Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, along with previous school experience?
If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our temporary School Receptionist position within a school in Preston.
Your new role
Due to an influx of enquiries for next term, we are seeking professional, welcoming, and highly organised School Receptionists and Administrators to join the front office teams of busy schools across Preston and Chorley. This type of key role requires a warm and approachable manner, strong attention to detail, excellent safeguarding knowledge and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, helping to maintain a safe and supportive school environment.
These types of positions are predominantly full-time, term-time only. However, part-time applicants can also apply. The length of roles varies from 4 weeks to ongoing longer-term contracts.
Experience working in a school setting is essential. A DBS on the update service and familiarity with school systems such as SIMS and Arbor would be advantageous.
Duties may include:
Answering and directing telephone calls with professionalism and discretion
Greeting and signing visitors in line with safeguarding procedures
Managing incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
Supporting pupil attendance tracking and data entry
Coordinating appointments and meetings with parents and external agencies
Assisting with general administrative tasks and reprographics
Upholding school policies on safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protectionWhat you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a school or educational office environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A friendly, professional, and helpful attitude
High levels of confidentiality and discretion
A flexible and proactive approach to work
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat you need to do now
If you're interested in these School Receptionist and Administrators roles in the Preston and Chorley areas, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you're looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, along with previous school experience?
If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our temporary School Receptionist position within a school in Preston.
Your new role
Due to an influx of enquiries for next term, we are seeking professional, welcoming, and highly organised School Receptionists and Administrators to join the front office teams of busy schools across Preston and Chorley. This type of key role requires a warm and approachable manner, strong attention to detail, excellent safeguarding knowledge and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, helping to maintain a safe and supportive school environment.
These types of positions are predominantly full-time, term-time only. However, part-time applicants can also apply. The length of roles varies from 4 weeks to ongoing longer-term contracts.
Experience working in a school setting is essential. A DBS on the update service and familiarity with school systems such as SIMS and Arbor would be advantageous.
Duties may include:
Answering and directing telephone calls with professionalism and discretion
Greeting and signing visitors in line with safeguarding procedures
Managing incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
Supporting pupil attendance tracking and data entry
Coordinating appointments and meetings with parents and external agencies
Assisting with general administrative tasks and reprographics
Upholding school policies on safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protectionWhat you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a school or educational office environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A friendly, professional, and helpful attitude
High levels of confidentiality and discretion
A flexible and proactive approach to work
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat you need to do now
If you're interested in these School Receptionist and Administrators roles in the Preston and Chorley areas, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you're looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Reference: 225397484
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School Receptionist
Posted on Jul 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£14 - £15 Hourly
Temporary
Are you looking for a fast-paced and rewarding front of house role in a vibrant school environment?
Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, along with previous school experience?
If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our temporary School Receptionist position within a school in Preston.
Your new role
Due to an influx of enquiries for next term, we are seeking professional, welcoming, and highly organised School Receptionists and Administrators to join the front office teams of busy schools across Preston and Chorley. This type of key role requires a warm and approachable manner, strong attention to detail, excellent safeguarding knowledge and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, helping to maintain a safe and supportive school environment.
These types of positions are predominantly full-time, term-time only. However, part-time applicants can also apply. The length of roles varies from 4 weeks to ongoing longer-term contracts.
Experience working in a school setting is essential. A DBS on the update service and familiarity with school systems such as SIMS and Arbor would be advantageous.
Duties may include:
Answering and directing telephone calls with professionalism and discretion
Greeting and signing visitors in line with safeguarding procedures
Managing incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
Supporting pupil attendance tracking and data entry
Coordinating appointments and meetings with parents and external agencies
Assisting with general administrative tasks and reprographics
Upholding school policies on safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protectionWhat you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a school or educational office environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A friendly, professional, and helpful attitude
High levels of confidentiality and discretion
A flexible and proactive approach to work
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat you need to do now
If you're interested in these School Receptionist and Administrators roles in the Preston and Chorley areas, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you're looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, along with previous school experience?
If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our temporary School Receptionist position within a school in Preston.
Your new role
Due to an influx of enquiries for next term, we are seeking professional, welcoming, and highly organised School Receptionists and Administrators to join the front office teams of busy schools across Preston and Chorley. This type of key role requires a warm and approachable manner, strong attention to detail, excellent safeguarding knowledge and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. You will be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, helping to maintain a safe and supportive school environment.
These types of positions are predominantly full-time, term-time only. However, part-time applicants can also apply. The length of roles varies from 4 weeks to ongoing longer-term contracts.
Experience working in a school setting is essential. A DBS on the update service and familiarity with school systems such as SIMS and Arbor would be advantageous.
Duties may include:
Answering and directing telephone calls with professionalism and discretion
Greeting and signing visitors in line with safeguarding procedures
Managing incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
Supporting pupil attendance tracking and data entry
Coordinating appointments and meetings with parents and external agencies
Assisting with general administrative tasks and reprographics
Upholding school policies on safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protectionWhat you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a school or educational office environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A friendly, professional, and helpful attitude
High levels of confidentiality and discretion
A flexible and proactive approach to work
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat you need to do now
If you're interested in these School Receptionist and Administrators roles in the Preston and Chorley areas, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you're looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Reference: 225397484
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