Temporary Receptionist / Administrator – SEN Independent School
Dorking | £16.50 per hour | Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:00pm | On-site parking | Immediate start
Immediate Start – Temporary School Receptionist / Administrator
We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming independent SEN school near Dorking for a Temporary Receptionist / Administrator to support their busy school office.
This is a varied front-of-house and administrative role where you will be a key point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and external professionals. The assignment is available immediately and is expected to run for at least a couple of weeks, although there is a strong possibility it could continue for several months depending on the school’s needs.
Key responsibilities
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Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents and pupils
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Managing incoming calls, emails and general enquiries
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Supporting with admissions and referral administration
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Drafting letters and general correspondence
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Providing administrative support to the Finance Director and Heads of Department
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Maintaining accurate records and supporting the smooth running of the school office
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Working with Google Docs and Google Workspace for documents and communication
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Handling information with professionalism, discretion and confidentiality
The ideal candidate
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Friendly, approachable and confident dealing with a wide range of people
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Strong administration and organisational skills ideally gained in a school / education setting.
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Excellent written and verbal communication
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High level of confidentiality and professionalism
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Comfortable working in a busy school environment
Confident using Google Docs / Google Workspace
Additional information
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Enhanced DBS clearance will be required for this role
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
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On-site parking available
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Pay rate: £16.50 / 17 per hour
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Immediate start required
If you are an experienced receptionist or administrator available immediately and would enjoy working in a supportive educational environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration
