School Receptionist & Front Office Administrator - Secondary School in Lambeth - ASAP Start A well-regarded and community-focused secondary school in Lambeth is seeking a proactive, highly organised, and welcoming School Receptionist to join its administrative team immediately. This is a vital role as you will be the "face of the school," providing the first impression for visitors, parents, and prospective staff. The school environment is fast-paced and rewarding, requiring an individual who can balance a high volume of enquiries with the strict safeguarding and administrative protocols necessary in a large educational setting. Key Responsibilities First Point of Contact: Acting as the primary, professional face of the school, greeting all visitors and ensuring they follow the school’s safeguarding and sign-in procedures. Communication Management: Managing a busy multi-line switchboard, directing calls to the correct departments, and handling general enquiries with empathy and efficiency. MIS Management: Maintaining and updating student records on the school’s Management Information System ( Bromcom or SIMS ), including recording daily attendance and late arrivals. Safeguarding Support: Verifying the identification of all visitors, contractors, and agency staff in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" (KCSIE) guidelines. Logistics & Post: Managing incoming and outgoing mail, coordinating deliveries, and ensuring that the reception area remains professional and tidy at all times. Clerical Support: Providing overflow administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team, such as typing letters, scanning documents, and preparing folders for parents' evenings. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Previous experience as a receptionist or administrator, specifically within an education setting. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with school-based software like Bromcom, SIMS, or Arbor. A professional, calm, and resilient manner, with the ability to de-escalate difficult conversations if they arise at the front desk. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a meticulous attention to detail. Salary Competitive hourly/daily rate (Dependent on experience) Application To apply for this School Receptionist position in Lambeth, please submit your CV. We are looking for an immediate start, so early applications are encouraged.