Receptionist
The Romsey School, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 8ZB7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP subject to checks
Closing date
3 November 2025 at 9am
Date listed
7 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,186.00 - £26,244.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary £21,601.84 to £22,509.28
Receptionist job summary
Receptionist
37 hours per week,
Hours-8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 3.30pm Friday
Term Time only
Support Staff C Scale £25,186 to £26,244 FTE per annum,
(Actual salary £21,601.84 to £22,509.28)
Permanent contract
Start Date: As soon as possible (subject to checks)
Are you a warm, organised, and professional individual looking to make a real difference in a vibrant school community? The Romsey School is seeking a receptionist to be the welcoming face of our school and a key member of our Administration Team.
About the Role
As our receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff, and students. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the reception area, providing administrative support, and delivering first aid assistance when needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and assist all visitors, callers, and students with professionalism and care reflecting our values of “aspire care and include”.
- Manage visitor sign-in procedures and maintain a secure reception environment.
- Handle incoming calls, emails, post, and deliveries efficiently.
- Support general administrative tasks including attendance, data entry, and free school meal administration.
Additional responsibilities
- Maintain accurate school records and assist with communications (such as the weekly e-Bulletin).
- Provide first aid support and maintain medical records (training provided).
What We are Looking For
Essential:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
- Experience in an administrative or front-of-house role.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confident using IT systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, databases).
- Calm, organised, and able to multitask.
- Friendly, caring, and professional manner.
- Willingness to undertake First Aid at Work training.
Desirable:
- Experience working in a school reception or administrative environment.
- Knowledge of school policies and safeguarding procedures.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive and dedicated team.
- Work in a welcoming and inclusive school environment.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.
Staff Benefits:
- Access to our staff benefits programme, including the Cycle to Work scheme.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- Discounted lunches from our excellent in-house kitchen.
- On-site nursery (Little Sunlights) with staff discounts.
- Free on-site parking.
- Opportunities to get involved in school life, including:
- Student leadership initiatives
- Extracurricular sports clubs
- Duke of Edinburgh Award
- Educational trips (including international visits to Kenya, Iceland, Spain, Paris, and Nepal)
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about providing excellent service and supporting a thriving school community, we’d love to hear from you!
The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About The Romsey School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1130 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Romsey School website
"Your gateway to success".
Our vision is to provide a world class education for our young people.
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