School Receptionist - Boys Campus AY 2026

Job Description About the Role GEMS Wesgreen International School is seeking a professional, friendly, and highly organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our school community. This is a key front-facing role where you will represent the school’s values and ensure every visitor, parent, staff member, and student receives a warm and efficient welcome. This position requires immediate commencement. As the face of the school, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding customer service and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school office. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, parents, students, and staff Answer telephone calls promptly, courteously, and direct enquiries appropriately Provide accurate information regarding admissions, curriculum, school events, and activities Welcome all visitors and ensure a professional and friendly reception experience Maintain a clean, organised, and presentable reception area at all times Manage the visitor register and coordinate school tours Support communication of school events through daily bulletins and updates Handle incoming and outgoing mail and coordinate courier services Provide general administrative and secretarial support as required Ensure compliance with all GEMS policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards Support school operations by attending meetings and contributing where required Carry out additional duties as directed by the line manager Skills Description About You Diploma or A-Level Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong customer service mindset with a professional and welcoming attitude Highly organised with the ability to multitask in a busy environment Proficient in basic administrative and office systems Calm, approachable, and able to handle queries efficiently and courteously Previous experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role (school experience desirable but not essential) Why Join Us? At GEMS Wesgreen International School, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive school community committed to excellence. We offer a professional environment where your role makes a real difference every day. All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including: A four day working week, Competitive tax-free salary, free schooling, private medical insurance, airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity. GEMS Wesgreen International School staff also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas. GEMS Wesgreen International School upholds the highest standards in child protection and wellbeing. Show more Show less

Diploma or A-Level. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong customer service mindset with a professional and welcoming attitude. Highly organised with the ability to multitask in a busy environment. Proficient in basic administrative and office systems. Calm, approachable, and able to handle queries efficiently and courteously. Previous experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role (school experience desirable but not essential).

Act as the first point of contact for all visitors, parents, students, and staff. Answer telephone calls promptly, courteously, and direct enquiries appropriately. Provide accurate information regarding admissions, curriculum, school events, and activities. Welcome all visitors and ensure a professional and friendly reception experience. Maintain a clean, organised, and presentable reception area at all times. Manage the visitor register and coordinate school tours. Support communication of school events through daily bulletins and updates. Handle incoming and outgoing mail and coordinate courier services. Provide general administrative and secretarial support as required. Ensure compliance with all GEMS policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards. Support school operations by attending meetings and contributing where required. Carry out additional duties as directed by the line manager.