School Receptionist

Salary: £14 - £15 per hour

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm

Location: Lewisham, South East London

Job Type: Temporary Ongoing

At Remedy Education, we seek to match talent with outstanding opportunities. We are always seeking dedicated and experienced School Office / Support staff to join our agency in supporting a range of schools in and surrounding South East London. If you have a current Enhanced DBS and a proven track record in school administration, with experience using Arbor, SIMS or Integris we want to hear from you. This is temporary work which is perfect for professionals who are looking for flexibility and a great work life balance, as you will be working within school hours.

*A current Enhanced DBS on the Online Update Service, and two references are required to be deemed suitable for any work within an education setting*

The Key Duties of the School Receptionist:

As a School Receptionist, your role will be crucial in maintaining the efficient operation of the school office. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Front Desk Duties: Greeting visitors, parents, and students, and providing them with necessary information and assistance.
• Administrative Support: Assisting with data entry, filing, and maintaining student records.
• Communication: Handling phone calls and emails, ensuring effective communication within the school community.
• Attendance Monitoring: Tracking and recording student attendance and liaising with relevant staff.
• General Office Tasks: Assisting with photocopying, distributing mail, and managing office supplies.
• Compliance: Ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed, given your Enhanced DBS status.
• Ad-Hoc Tasks: Supporting staff and students as needed during busy periods and assisting in finance.

The Key Requirements of the School Receptionist

• A valid Enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this role.
• Previous experience in a school receptionist or similar role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Previous experience with Arbor/Intergris/SIMS is essential.
• Previous experience with Parentpay is desirable

Remedy offer competitive pay and additional safeguarding training, to ensure children in our community are put first, and our workforce are equipped with all relevant and necessary information. We work with nurseries, primary, secondary and further education environments.

If you are a dedicated and experienced School Receptionist with a current Enhanced DBS, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV to,