School Receptionist Front of House Lead – ProgressiveSecondary School in Eastbourne

Are you a reliable, welcoming, and exceptionally organised professional ready to act as the primary face of a thriving secondary school? This could be an exceptional opportunity to manage front-of-house operations and support school communication in a highly collaborative setting. Progressive 11 to 18 secondary school based in Eastbourne School Receptionist & Front of House Lead to join a dedicated office team Full-time role (Term-Time Only) | September start Our client is seeking a professional, reliable, and exceptionally well-presented School Receptionist to join an established school in Eastbourne from September. This is a full-time position, ideal for a strong clerical practitioner with outstanding interpersonal skills and a highly structured approach to visitor safety. The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day communication and reception logistics of the main school office. You will oversee the busy front desk, manage incoming switchboard routing, distribute visitor passes in line with strict safeguarding guidelines (DBS checks), assist with initial parent queries, and input essential attendance data into the school's digital tracking platform. The administrative department benefits from modern reception suites, state-of-the-art office technology, and a collaborative team of support specialists. Senior leadership is highly supportive and values administrative efficiency, front-of-house excellence, and professional growth. School Information This secondary school in Eastbourne is known for its inclusive community, strong parental engagement, and commitment to support staff welfare. Well-designed workspaces allow for clear communication and manageable administrative workloads. Staff benefit from outstanding facilities and a culture that promotes professional development and work–life balance. Experience and Qualifications Previous experience in an administrative capacity, customer service, or front-of-house receptionist role (school experience preferred) Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional, welcoming approach to handling inquiries Basic IT literacy, with the ability to navigate email systems, spreadsheets, and digital booking platforms Clear understanding of basic safeguarding protocols and visitor tracking security parameters Application To be considered for this School Receptionist position starting in September, please forward your CV as soon as possible.