Receptionist

• The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and students, providing a professional, welcoming and efficient reception service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the school's front reception, welcoming and assisting parents, students, visitors and members of the public. Answer and direct telephone calls in a professional, courteous and efficient manner.
• Manage enquiries and requests, particularly during busy and pressurised periods.
• Provide general secretarial and administrative support, including correspondence, record-keeping and other office duties.
• Assist with the coordination of visitors and student enquiries, ensuring appropriate school procedures are followed. Manage the issuing and returning of library books. The School's Library and Media Centre is situated adjacent to the reception area.
• Maintain a welcoming, orderly and productive environment in the library area.
• A Matric certificate.

Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with particularly strong telephone etiquette.
• A friendly, professional and approachable manner when engaging with adults and children.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with good attention to detail.
• The ability to multitask, prioritise responsibilities and remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and maintain confidentiality.
• Previous experience in reception, secretarial work or a school environment would be advantageous.
• Monday to Friday: 07:00-15:30
• A maximum two-page CV.
• A brief motivational cover letter.

Working hours:

• Please include the following in your application
• Copies of qualification/s and ID document.