Receptionist
Millfield School is seeking a personable and professional Receptionist to oversee visitor reception and elevate our commitment to exceptional customer care.
As the front face of the Senior School's Millfield Gatehouse, the Receptionist will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of visitor interactions. Responsibilities include efficiently connecting visitors with the appropriate staff members, promptly and discreetly managing messages for both staff and pupils, and upholding a high standard of tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality, especially when interacting with parents.Administrative support for the Millfield Community Team will also be part of the role.
The ideal candidate will exhibit strong organisational skills, efficiency, and a warm, friendly demeanour. Prior customer service experience is essential, along with a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
This is a year-round position working Monday to Wednesday. During term time the schedule will alternate between 8am to 4:30pm one week and 1pm to 8pm the following week for Mondays and Tuesdays. Wednesdays during term time will be 8.30am to 4.30pm. During non-term time, the working hours will be 9am to 5pm, Monday to Wednesday.You will also work 3 Sundays per year (10.30am to 6.30pm) when boarders return for each term in September, January and April.
In return for your dedication and commitment, we offer a competitive salary of £13,673.79 per annum, along with a range of staff benefits, including freshly prepared lunches for a nominal fee of just £10 per month, access to our state-of-the-art school facilities, and exclusive discounts and cashback benefits at popular high street shops and restaurants through our Employee Assistance Programme.
**Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible**