Receptionist
Lisbon, PT
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
ROLE SUMMARY:
As the Receptionist, you are the first point of contact and the face of PaRK International School Alfragide. You will be responsible for welcoming parents, students, and visitors with a premium, warm, and professional service. This role combines high-end customer service with core administrative support to ensure smooth daily campus access and communication.
This position will be paid by Green Receipts (Recibos Verdes)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Welcome all visitors, parents, and students, ensuring a premium reception experience.
- Manage the school switchboard, screening calls and routing inquiries efficiently.
- Filter and answer the central school email inbox, forwarding messages to the correct departments.
- Control campus access by issuing visitor badges and strictly enforcing safeguarding and security logs.
- Direct prospective families to the Admissions Team upon arrival for school tours.
- Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail, courier deliveries, and internal correspondence.
- Support the administration team with basic data entry and document organization during quiet hours.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (degree in Hospitality or Secretariat is a plus).
- 1–2 years of experience in front desk, reception, or premium hospitality roles.
- Fluent bilingual proficiency in Portuguese and English (spoken and written) is mandatory.
- Excellent verbal communication, active listening, and a warm, empathetic demeanor.
- Strong presentation skills, representing the school's high-standard corporate image.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to remain calm, polite, and organized in a busy environment with high foot traffic.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com