School Receptionist
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 April 2026 |
| Location: | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG6 0qq |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4781051_1773843766 |
Summary
SCHOOL RECEPTIONIST - MATERNITY COVER
Full-time | Start 20th April | Nottingham | Long-Term Temporary
I'm currently supporting a welcoming and fast‑paced school in Nottingham, who are looking for a confident, friendly, and highly organised School Receptionist to join their front‑of‑house team during a period of maternity leave. If you love being at the heart of a busy school environment and enjoy making a great first impression, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide a warm, professional welcome to visitors, parents, and pupils
- Manage the reception desk, including sign‑in procedures and issuing visitor passes
- Handle incoming calls and emails, ensuring messages reach the right member of staff
- Support with organising appointments and basic diary management
- Manage post, deliveries, and general reception administration
- Offer light admin support to the wider office team when required
- Maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding procedures at all times
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- Previous experience as a receptionist in a school environment
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Ability to stay calm, organised, and efficient in a busy school office
- Confident IT skills and a professional, reliable work ethic
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
- Competitive daily rate
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant
- Free CPD and safeguarding training
- Access to the Hays app for easy timesheets and job updates
- CV and interview guidance whenever you need it
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