Receptionist & Office Administrator
Yorkshire College – Leeds, England
About Yorkshire College
Yorkshire College is a British Council-accredited English language school located in the heart of Leeds. We provide a supportive, professional, and family-like environment for students from around the world. Our mission is to deliver high-quality teaching, excellent student care, and a welcoming international community.
Role Purpose
The Receptionist & Office Administrator will be the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors. You will ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the College, managing all administrative tasks from opening the school at 8:30 AM until closing at 3:30 PM.
This role combines traditional reception duties with office administration and digital communications, including social media.
Role and Responsibilities
Front Desk & Student Support
* Greet and assist students, visitors, and staff in a professional, friendly manner
* Respond to enquiries (in person, phone, email, and social media)
* Support student enrolments, attendance, and records management
* Provide information and guidance on college services
Administration & Operations
* Open and close the College each day
* Maintain accurate student and staff records
* Prepare welcome packs and documents for new students
* Manage daily correspondence and office organisation
* Assist management with reports and general admin tasks
Digital & Social Media
* Create short videos and engaging content for social media platforms
* Monitor and respond to messages and comments online
* Support marketing and outreach campaigns
Essential Skills & Experience
* Previous receptionist or customer service/administrative experience (essential)
* Degree in any field preferred
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
* Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
* Professional appearance and approachable manner
* Confident using social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn)
* Basic video-making and content creation skills
Attributes We Value
* Friendly, proactive, and reliable
* Ability to work independently throughout the day
* Flexibility and a positive attitude
* Strong attention to detail
* Respectful and culturally aware in a diverse environment
Other Information
* Location: Oxford Place, Leeds LS1 3AU
* Hours: Part-time, on-site – 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM (Monday–Friday)
* Start Date: Immediate start available
* Salary: Competitive, based on experience
If you are organised, approachable, and ready to take responsibility for running the College's front desk and administration, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.67-£14.00 per hour
Work Location: In person