School Receptionist

Venn Group is delighted to be recruiting for a School Receptionist on behalf of a respected independent school in Central London.

This front‑of‑house role is essential to ensuring the smooth daily operation of the school, delivering a warm welcome to all visitors and providing efficient administrative support to senior staff and the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a professional, welcoming service to pupils, parents, staff and visitors
• Manage the main school phone line and reception inbox
• Oversee visitor sign‑in and safeguarding procedures
• Keep reception organised, calm and presentable
• Provide confidential support to the Headteacher and School Business Manager
• Prepare letters, reports, schedules and other documentation
• Handle incoming/outgoing mail and maintain accurate pupil records
• Support production of pupil reports and complete routine office tasks
• Liaise with catering on hospitality and visitor arrangements
• Communicate professionally with parents
• Assist with the coordination of school events

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Warm, confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and confident with Microsoft Office and databases
• Experience in a school or education setting is advantageous
• Discreet, proactive and able to use sound judgement
• Flexible team player with a supportive approach

Location: Central London

Duration: 4 week temporary contract, potential extension

Hourly rate: £15 - £16 per hour

Working pattern: Full-time, on site

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and welcomes applications from all candidates.