Job title: School Receptionist
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Newbury Park, Redbridge, East London
Job published: 06-05-2026
Job ID: 119423

Job Description

School Receptionist | September 2026 | Redbridge

A large, highly successful and over-subscribed school in Redbridge is seeking to appoint a professional and organised School Receptionist to join a dedicated team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with strong administrative and interpersonal skills to play a key role in a busy school environment.

As a School Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and staff, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front office. The successful School Receptionist will support the smooth day-to-day running of the school through high-quality administrative support.

The school is looking for a School Receptionist who will:

  • Provide a professional and friendly reception service
  • Manage phone calls, emails and visitor enquiries efficiently
  • Support administrative tasks across the school office
  • Maintain accurate records using school systems such as SIMS
  • Work closely with staff, parents and external agencies
  • Ensure safeguarding and visitor procedures are followed at all times

The ideal School Receptionist will be a graduate with previous receptionist or administrative experience, strong IT and organisational skills, and familiarity with systems such as SIMS. A calm, proactive approach and excellent communication skills are essential.

Benefits for the successful School Receptionist include:

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Term-time only working pattern
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Excellent transport links

This is a fantastic opportunity for a School Receptionist to join a thriving school community and make a valuable contribution to its continued success.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this School Receptionist in Redbridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this School Receptionist role.

School Receptionist | September 2026 | Redbridge

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