The Role

We are seeking a friendly, professional and organised individual to join our Reception team as a Saturday Receptionist during term time.

As the first point of contact for visitors and callers to the College, you will play a crucial role in creating a positive and welcoming first impression. This is a varied front-of-house role within a busy and vibrant school environment, where no two Saturdays are the same.

Working closely with the wider College community, you will support a range of reception and administrative activities, helping to ensure the smooth running of the campus during weekends.

Working at Hurst

Hurst is one of Britain’s leading independent schools, offering a vibrant and supportive environment for both pupils and staff. With almost 1,300 pupils across our Senior and Prep Schools, we combine academic ambition with a strong sense of community and a rich co-curricular programme. With Pennthorpe School newly joining the Hurst family, it is an exciting time to be part of the team.

Hurst is a place of genuine momentum. From the classroom to the sports field, the theatre to the boarding house, life here is rich, varied and rewarding. Those who thrive here bring the same enthusiasm, commitment and energy that we encourage in our pupils.

Set in a beautiful rural location, the College remains well connected, just 20 minutes from Brighton & Hove and under an hour from London by train.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors, manage sign-in procedures and issue visitor badges in line with safeguarding requirements
• Answer and direct incoming calls and emails in a professional and courteous manner
• Ensure visitors are appropriately hosted and escorted where required
• Maintain the Visitor’s Room, ensuring it is clean, tidy and well-stocked with refreshments
• Book taxis for pupils and visitors as required
• Act as a central point of contact for College events and weekend activities
• Support pupils as needed, including escorting them to Houses
• Assist with general reception and administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the College

About You

• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent), including English and Maths (Grade 4 or above) 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a confident telephone manner 
• Friendly, approachable and professional at all times
• Well organised with strong attention to detail 
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel 
• Flexible and able to remain calm under pressure in a busy environment 

Previous experience in a similar role and familiarity with systems such as iSams or PASS would be advantageous.

Working Hours

• Saturdays during term time only
• 9.00am – 2.00pm 

Salary and Benefits

• £12.71 per hour 
• Free on-site parking 
• Membership of the College’s contributory pension scheme 

Hurstpierpoint College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.