Receptionist

Receptionist

About SABIS^®

SABIS^® is a global education network that has an active presence in 21 countries on five continents and educates students in both the private and public sectors. SABIS^® schools implement the proven, proprietary SABIS^® Educational System, which has been developed and refined for over 135 years.

All students in the SABIS^® Network benefit from a long tradition of excellence in education, a reputation that is rooted in a well-developed philosophy that seeks to provide students with a top-quality education that prepares them to meet the challenges of a changing world.

For more information about the SABIS^® Network, visit: www.sabis.net.

Job Purpose

The School Receptionist handles daily front office operations by serving as the primary point of contact for students, parents, visitors, and staff. The role is responsible for maintaining a welcoming environment, handling communication and inquiries, and providing administrative support to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greeting students, staff, and visitors, in person and/or over the phone, in a respectful and professional way, and providing proper assistance and direction in a timely manner.
• Fostering a positive, welcoming, and professional environment in the Front Office while maintaining an organized and clean reception area.
• Managing parent inquiries by receiving, responding to, and directing calls and correspondence as appropriate.
• Ensuring clear E-mail and phone communication with relevant staff and external parties, and providing timely follow‑up.
• Maintaining accurate records of school announcements and activity schedules including those related to the Student Life Organization and the Physical Education department, while providing timely and precise responses to parents.
• Supporting the Student Life Coordinator and Academic Quality Controller(s) in arranging school tours, new parent or staff orientations, and any other school event if and when requested.
• Assisting with student registration paperwork, procedures, and follow-up, while supporting the Admissions Officer and relevant staff members in guiding new parents through documentation requirements and explaining the school system, policies, rules, and regulations.
• Scheduling appointments for parents with the Academic Quality Controller(s) and preparing all relevant documentation in advance.
• Collaborating closely with the School Director and Office Manager to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of the reception area.
• Performing other related tasks and projects as assigned by the school management.

Ideal Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• English Proficient; local language is a must
• Accountability and Taking Ownership
• Professional Behavior and Ethical Conduct
• Delivering Results
• Continuous Learning and Improvement
• Job Knowledge and Technical Skills
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Managing Time and Priorities

Employment Requirements:

Must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, country and local education and certification requirements, reference checks, and criminal background checks.

Additional details about this position will only be provided to short-listed candidates.

SABIS^® is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non – discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.