King Edward's School, Bath
Pre-Prep Receptionist
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Pre-Prep Receptionist
Application Deadline: 25 August 2026
Department: Pre-Prep & Junior School
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Location: Bath
Compensation: £13.03 / hour
Description
Fixed Term, Full-time (8am-4pm) Monday-Friday
From September 2026-December 2026
King Edward’s School, Bath is seeking a warm, professional and highly organised Pre-Prep Receptionist to provide a welcoming first point of contact for children, parents, visitors and staff. This varied role is central to the smooth day-to-day running of the Pre-Prep office, supporting communications, administration and family liaison while helping to maintain a caring, safe and well-organised school environment.
Key Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the Pre-Prep Receptionist include, but are not limited to:
- Providing a warm and professional first point of contact for children, parents, visitors and staff.
- Managing the day-to-day running of the Pre-Prep reception area and office.
- Responding to telephone, email and in-person enquiries in a helpful and efficient manner.
- Supporting communication with parents, including messages, newsletters and school updates.
- Maintaining accurate pupil records and assisting with general school administration.
- Supporting the organisation of trips, events and extra-curricular activities.
- Liaising closely with teaching staff, support staff and wider school departments.
- Upholding safeguarding procedures and helping to maintain a safe, welcoming environment.
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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Warm, approachable and professional communication skills.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy reception area.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Teams.
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- A calm, flexible and proactive approach to day-to-day tasks.
- High levels of discretion, confidentiality and attention to detail.
- An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within a school environment.
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Benefits
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Generous and competitive school fee remission.
- Free refreshments and fruit.
- Employee assistance packages - AIG SmartHealth and L&G Sparks.
- Recently refurbished gym on-site and access to gym membership offer for the University of Bath.
- Tax-efficient Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Pilates classes for staff, with colleagues also welcome to join the Senior School's weekly lunchtime Running Club.
- Support towards prescription glasses and eye tests.
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