Receptionist

Lift Schools; Woking; On-site; GBP 29,000 - GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Woking is looking for a motivated Receptionist to be the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and carers. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, be organized, and be experienced in handling calls professionally. Responsibilities include managing inquiries, scheduling appointments, and providing essential support within the team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits related to well-being and pensions.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous benefits

Lifestyle perks

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles is essential.
• Ability to manage professional telephone calls.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Be the initial point of contact for visitors.
• Welcome visitors and direct inquiries accurately.
• Manage incoming calls and schedule appointments.

Skills

Customer service experience

Organizational skills

General office equipment knowledge

Job description

Receptionist

Lift Wishmore

Address: Alpha Road, Chobham, Woking, Surrey, GU24 8NE, United Kingdom

Salary: NJC 14 - 17 / £29,540 - £31,022 (actual), £25,296 pro‑rated (pro rata), well‑being cash plan, pension scheme (LGPS), additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full Time

Contract: Permanent

Start date: As soon as possible

We are seeking a receptionist to join our team at Lift Wishmore. The role is key as the initial point of contact for visitors, parents and carers, serving as the face and voice of the academy. They will warmly welcome visitors, parents and carers with professionalism, offering assistance and guidance, and demonstrate a passion for working to support our students. The role is responsible for managing incoming calls, directing enquiries to the appropriate staff, signing in visitors, parents and students, scheduling appointments, coordinating deliveries and disseminating crucial information with precision and efficiency.

What you’ll need to succeed

You will have experience of working in a customer‑facing role, be organized, and have knowledge and use of general office equipment. You should be aware of safeguarding and child protection and able to manage telephone calls and staff queries in a professional manner.

About Lift Wishmore

Lift Wishmore is a special school in Chobham, Surrey for boys aged 7 to 16 years who have social, emotional and mental health difficulties. We can admit up to 82 pupils, resulting in small class sizes and close work with our students. Set in beautiful grounds, we provide high quality CPD to all staff routed through the instructional excellence model.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission: to provide an excellent education to every child – in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Closing date: 23 February 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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