Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

Location: Smallfield

Simply Education are looking to recruit a full-time (perm) receptionist to work for our clients school in the Surrey area. The school is a brand new SEND Secondary School which opened up in September 2025 for young people aged 11-16 who require support with social communication, emotional regulation and sensory processing, typically associated with Autism.

Key Duties of the role:

To act as the first point of contact for all visitors to the site, following safeguarding processes at all times including checking  and correct signing in and out procedures.  
Man the desk / Reception at all times.
Liaising with office suppliers.
Gate control.
Identifying the caller's Requirements for internal and external queries, providing an appropriate response.
Receiving, logging, passing on and if necessary, following up messages for colleagues in a timely and effective manner so that visitors are made to feel welcome and that colleagues can be notified about visitors.
Copying, collating and distribution of documents, operating and completing basic support activity for a standard copying machine.
Operating a computer to access databases and using word processing applications when required.
Maintaining, updating, sorting and retrieving a range of records/statistical data, including monitoring/ordering of stationery and office supplies if appropriate.
Accurate filing, indexing, retrieving and other related work.
Prepare documents, reports and presentations as required.
Typing and setting up documents such as letters and reports.
Managing post.
Diary Management.
Support Attendance Management Information System for students.  
Maintaining the condition of the reception area and arranging for necessary repairs via Maintenance team.
Circulation of announcements as required.  
Assisting and liaising with the Referrals team, receiving and passing on phone enquiries, organising assessment dates. Requirements:

At least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above to include Maths and English is essential.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Demonstrable experience of working in an administrative role.
Computer literacy - Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and ability to use range of databases once trained.
Ability to manage own time to deal with multiple tasks.  
Discreet, confidential and reliable.
Ideally previous experience working in a school setting. Benefits and Perks to you:

What's in it for you?

Continuous growth, training and development - which is fully funded.
£1000 WELCOME BONUS
Company discounts, such as discounts on your shopping, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships and so much more.
Full access to their cycle to work scheme and Car Scheme
Competitive pay & reward, such as enhanced annual leave, company sick pay, enhanced pension and life assurance.
27/7 GP Access - for you and your household.

And so much more…

This is no ordinary role; it is a long-term opportunity that offers the chance to develop valuable, life-long skills.

If you are interested in this role - please feel free to reach out by emailing Ioan on or call (phone number removed).

Alternatively, please apply with an up-to-date CV