Company Name: Inspired Education
Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 20 August 2025
Job Details
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School: Reddam House Ballito
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Minimum Experience: 5 years of administrative experience
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Company Primary Industry: Education
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Job Functional Area: Administration
Job Description
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools with 118 private schools across 27 countries. Founded in 2013, the group has experienced significant growth and is committed to providing world-class education from Kindergarten to Year 13.
Reddam House Ballito, located in the heart of Ballito, offers an innovative and holistic educational experience, ensuring students achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment. The school boasts world-class facilities, including an Olympic-sized water polo pool and a 500-seater theatre.
We are currently looking for a Receptionist to manage the front office and ensure the smooth running of administrative tasks. The role requires someone who can represent the school with a positive and professional attitude while handling day-to-day reception duties and assisting in various administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities
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Welcoming Visitors: Greet visitors and direct them to the appropriate staff or venue.
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Reception Area Maintenance: Keep the reception area and piazza neat and tidy.
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Phone Management: Answer phones, take messages, and forward information to the relevant staff.
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Email Management: Forward emails from the reception email address to the correct staff members.
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Deliveries & Post Management: Sign for deliveries and distribute post to the relevant departments.
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Public Relations Support: Assist in organizing and managing public events like Open Days and Information sessions.
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Student and Parent Interaction: Manage student and parent inquiries, assist with lost property, and maintain student/parent contact details.
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Sick Bay Management: Tend to sick or injured students, ensuring they are cared for and their parents are contacted.
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Administrative Support: Compile class lists, update contact details, and assist with other administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
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Minimum of 5 years of administrative experience.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain a calm, organized approach in a busy environment.
Safeguarding Statement
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be conducted before any appointment is confirmed.