Receptionist

About the Role

The Department of Education is looking to recruit a full time Receptionist which is a pivotal position within the Department.

The receptionist is responsible for providing administrative support for the department and managing the day-to-day operations of the reception desk. The role involves welcoming visitors, answering phone calls, and maintaining the tidiness of the reception area to ensure a professional image of the department.

The receptionist is the first point of contact for all visitors, so you will be the face of the department providing a helpful and welcoming environment, whilst providing an excellent customer service.

You will be part of the wider operations team and will be willing to help out the wider team when required to ensure the smooth running of the department.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of standard administrative procedures, evidenced by formal secretarial/administrative qualifications (for example NVQ Level 2 Business Administration or RSA Diploma) and/or work experience at a similar level. They should also have the ability to use standard computer programs (Outlook, Word, Excel), alongside good attention to detail and an understanding of issues around confidentiality.

The post is offered on a full-time, fixed term basis, until 31 March 2028.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online, and you will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your application.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 17th April 2026. In person interviews will take place week commencing 27th April 2026.

Contact Person: HR Team | Vacancy ID: 185592 | Contact Phone: | Closing Date & Time: 17-Apr-2026 12:00 | Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 3 | Contact Email: hr@education.ox.ac.uk | Salary (£): £27,534 - £28,437 per annum inclusive of Oxford University Weighting

Department of Education, University of Oxford. 15 Norham Gardens, Oxford, OX2 6PY