Female School Receptionist Job

MBIS International - We are a well-established Nursery and Primary School committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism, organisation and communication in all aspects of school life. Our administrative team plays a vital role in ensuring that the school runs efficiently while providing excellent service to pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

Job Summary

• We are seeking a Female School Receptionist who is organised, proactive, detail-oriented and capable of supporting a busy school office.
• The successful candidate will serve as the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors, while providing essential administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
• This role requires someone who is professional, dependable and able to manage responsibilities efficiently in a fast-paced school environment.

Key Responsibilities
Reception and Front Desk:

• Welcome pupils, parents, staff and visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
• Manage the school reception area and ensure visitors follow sign-in procedures.
• Respond to admission enquiries and vendors appropriately.

Administrative Support:

• Provide general office support including photocopying, printing and laminating.
• Maintain clear and accurate handwritten and digital records where required.
• Assist with meeting notes and basic documentation.

Attendance and Records:

• Support daily pupil attendance monitoring and maintain accurate records.
• Record late arrivals and early departures and update school databases where required.

Communication and Organisation:

• Maintain the reception notice boards and ensure information is clear and up to date.
• Support the tracking of school events, birthdays and important dates.
• Assist with creating simple weekly content highlighting school activities for social media.

Parent and Pupil Support:

• Respond professionally to basic parent enquiries regarding school procedures and schedules.
• Provide simple assistance to pupils with minor concerns such as lost items.

Ideal Candidate

• Education:A degree in Administration, Management or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably in a school environment.
• Applicants must reside in Ibadan and be able to commute easily to Jericho.

Key Skills and Qualities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Clear and legible handwriting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems
• Professional, polite and confident in dealing with parents and visitors
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a busy environment
• Proactive and able to support senior administrative staff effectively.

Salary
N100,000 - N120,000 monthly.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, a cover letter (maximum 250 words) explaining why you believe you are suitable for the role, a full-length photograph and one-page handwritten statement explaining why you would like to work in a school environment; the handwritten statement should be clearly written, scanned and attached to your application email to: [email protected] using "Application – School Receptionist" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• If you believe you have the skills, professionalism and commitment required to excel in this role, we would be delighted to hear from you.