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About this role

Location: Swinton, Salford
Salary: Competitive hourly rate
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm (one-hour break)
Contract: Temporary – initially until the end of the Christmas term, with the possibility of extension
Start Date: ASAP
DBS: Essential

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced, friendly and professional School Receptionist to join a welcoming primary school in the Swinton area on a temporary basis.

This is a busy and varied role requiring an organised, approachable individual who can provide excellent front-of-house support whilst assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate and is initially expected to continue until the end of the Christmas term, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, pupils and staff.
• Answering incoming telephone calls and responding to enquiries professionally.
• Welcoming visitors and ensuring safeguarding and security procedures are followed.
• Providing general administrative and clerical support to the school office.
• Maintaining accurate pupil records and school documentation.
• Managing incoming emails, correspondence and general enquiries.
• Supporting school staff with administrative tasks as required.
• Handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Assisting with the smooth and efficient running of a busy school reception.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as a school receptionist is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and general office systems.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Good understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
• A suitable DBS check is essential.
• Available to start work immediately or at short notice.

Our client is hoping to arrange informal meetings with suitable candidates on Wednesday 21st October 2026.

If you have relevant experience and are available for an immediate start, we would love to hear from you!

Interested? Apply today!

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