Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
School Receptionist
School Receptionist at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, based in Sheffield, Yorkshire and Humberside. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Sheffield, Yorkshire and Humberside
- Closing date
- Sector
- Education & Teaching
- DBS check
- Immediate start
Reference 57479262
About the role
School Receptionist (Temporary)
Full Time | ASAP Start | Sheffield Secondary School
Ready to be the friendly face at the heart of a busy secondary school?This welcoming Sheffield secondary school is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Receptionist to join their team following half-term. With a dedicated workforce committed to achieving the very best outcomes for students, the school prides itself on creating a supportive, safe and respectful learning environment where every member of staff plays an important role.If you're someone who loves variety, enjoys helping people and can keep calm when the school bell rings and the phones start buzzing, we'd love to hear from you!
No two days on reception are ever the same!As the first point of contact for students, parents, visitors and staff, you'll be the face and voice of the school. You'll play a key role in keeping the front office running smoothly while delivering excellent customer service with a smile.Your responsibilities will include: Meeting and greeting visitors
Managing the busy school telephone system
Responding to emails and enquiries
Checking visitors and contractors in and out of school
General administrative support
Accepting and processing deliveries
Providing a professional and welcoming front-of-house service
We're looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a willingness to get stuck in. Schools are busy environments, so you'll need to be organised, proactive and adaptable.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have . . .
Strong IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and customer service skills
A keen eye for detail and strong organisational skills
The ability to use initiative and prioritise workload effectively
A team-focused approach with the confidence to work independently
Respect for safeguarding, confidentiality and professionalism at all times
A positive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting education
We will need to be able to obtain references to cover the last 2 years as a minimum, and you will need to be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check if you don't already have a DBS on the update service.
What you'll get in return
As well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding school. When you register with Hays, you will be allocated a dedicated consultant who will be on hand to offer career advice and guide you through the registration process. Once you have completed this particular assignment, we will then be in a position to place you in further schools. By registering with Hays Education, you will also be eligible for our Refer a Friend Scheme, where you could receive £250 in vouchers. T&Cs apply.
What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Reference: 57479262 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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