School Receptionist

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: School Receptionist

Location: Jericho, Ibadan - Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Be the Face of Excellence

• This is not a conventional receptionist role. It is an opportunity for a highly organized, emotionally intelligent, and service-oriented professional to represent the school with confidence, discretion, and excellence while ensuring the seamless coordination of our front office.
• The successful candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to create a calm, welcoming, and highly efficient environment for pupils, parents, visitors, and staff.
• We are seeking an exceptional School Receptionist who understands that a reception desk is more than an administrative function—it is the heart of the school's daily operations and the first experience families have of our culture.
• We are a respected Nursery and Primary School with a reputation for academic excellence, strong values, and an exceptionally well-organized learning environment. Every aspect of our school reflects our commitment to professionalism, warmth, and outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities
Visitor Experience:

• Take ownership of the school's front office, ensuring every parent, visitor, pupil, and member of staff receives a consistently professional, welcoming, and efficient experience that reflects the school's values and standards.
• You will oversee visitor management, maintain safeguarding protocols, coordinate enquiries, and ensure the reception environment remains organized, presentable, and professional throughout the school day.

Parent Relations & Admissions Support:

• You will support admissions enquiries, coordinate school visits, maintain enquiry records, and ensure timely follow-up, helping prospective families experience the professionalism and warmth that define our school.
• Serve as a trusted first point of contact for current and prospective parents, confidently providing accurate information about the school's programmes, admissions process, policies, and daily operations.

Office Administration:

• Provide high-quality administrative support that contributes to the efficient running of the school office. This includes maintaining accurate records, preparing correspondence and meeting documentation, supporting internal administrative processes and office resources, and ensuring all documentation is completed with precision and confidentiality.

Attendance & Pupil Information Monitoring:

• Maintain accurate pupil attendance records and support the school's attendance procedures by monitoring absences, recording late arrivals and early departures, following established reporting processes, and ensuring all pupils' information remains accurate and up to date.

School Communications & Brand Representation

• Support the school's communication and engagement initiatives by capturing key learning experiences, school events, and classroom activities through appropriate photography.
• Working closely with the leadership team, you will contribute to newsletters, digital communications, and social media content while maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding, professionalism, and discretion.

Professional Standards & Front-of-House Excellence:

• You will handle confidential information with discretion, communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, and contribute positively to a culture of excellence, organization, and continuous improvement.
• As one of the school's most visible professionals, you will consistently demonstrate exceptional personal presentation, outstanding customer service, and sound professional judgment.

The Ideal Candidate

• This role will suit a polished, confident, and highly organized professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and understands the importance of delivering exceptional service.

Essential Requirements
Applicants must:

• Possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a naturally warm, confident, and professional manner.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years of continuous professional experience in a front office, reception, or administrative role.
• Have strong administrative and digital skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Have a stable employment history demonstrating reliability and professional commitment.
• Possess exceptional organizational ability with meticulous attention to detail.
• Reside in Ibadan and be able to commute easily to Jericho.
• Have neat, accurate handwriting suitable for maintaining professional school records.
• Exercise absolute discretion when handling confidential information.
• Be confident using digital tools to support school communications.
• Be committed to following school policies, administrative procedures, and safeguarding requirements at all times.
• Possess excellent judgment, initiative, and problem-solving ability.
• Experience within a school or other professional service environment will be an advantage.
• Be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities while remaining calm under pressure.

Remuneration

• N150,000 - N180,000 per month, depending on experience, capability, and overall suitability for the role.