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Temporary Receptionist

Recruiter
Allen Associates
Location
Oxfordshire
Salary
£13 - £15 per hour (Holiday Pay)
Contract
Temporary
Work pattern
Full Time
First listed by Ontap
28 August 2026
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Job description

Are you organised, approachable, and eager to provide exceptional support ? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming team on a temporary basis, assisting with essential administrative tasks while gaining valuable experience.

Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis and will require an immediate start, notice periods cannot be accommodated.

Temporary Receptionist Responsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

Acting as the first point of contact both in person and via phone and email.
Ensuring all visitors sign in and out according to safeguarding and health and safety protocols.
Maintaining accurate records
Supporting the organisation of diaries and calendars to ensure smooth daily operations.
Assisting with producing and distributing newsletters and internal and external communications.
Providing general administrative support to the school team and undertaking various duties as required.

Temporary Receptionist Rewards

Full-time role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 4pm with a 30-minute break.
Initial assignment is approximately four to six weeks, with potential for extension.
Supportive working environment fostering collaboration and professionalism.
Opportunity to develop skills within an education-focused setting.

The Company Our client is a dedicated to creating a nurturing and inclusive community. This is an engaging environment for someone looking to gain experience in school administration and develop professional skills.

Temporary Receptionist Experience Essentials

Proven experience in an administrative role
Confident user of MS Word and MS Office applications.
Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and handle sensitive data discreetly.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with a welcoming manner.
Professionalism and confidence in working independently or within a team.

Location This is a fully office-based role. On-site parking is available. The role operates standard working hours and does not require travel.

Action If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, then please apply online today. We will review and respond to all applications.

Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn.

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