Receptionist, NFP PEOPLE

Guardian Jobs; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit organization is seeking a part-time Receptionist in Southwestern Ontario. The successful candidate will manage reception duties and serve as the first point of contact for visitors. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, alongside a willingness to support team initiatives. This role offers a generous benefits package including holiday entitlement and a pension contribution.

Benefits

25 days annual holiday entitlement

Free parking

Generous employer pension contribution

Access to wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Open to training as a First Aider/Fire Marshal.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for staff and visitors.
• Manage reception email account and visitor bookings.
• Oversee incoming/outgoing mail and coordinate logistics.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Flexibility

Job description

Receptionist (part-time)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference? An organisation that nurtures its staff, encourages development and rewards staff for their hard work. If the answer is yes, then the Diocese is the place for you!

Position Details

• Position: Receptionist (pm)
• Location: Kidlington, Oxford
• Hours: 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day Monday to Friday: 12:30 to 16:30
• Salary: £13,103.87 per annum (£24,242.20 per annum full‑time equivalent)
• Contract: Permanent
• Closing Date: 31 December 2025
• Interview Location: Church House, Oxford on Thursday 15 January 2026

Responsibilities

The Receptionist serves as the primary point of contact for staff and visitors, ensuring a seamless and welcoming experience through face‑to‑face interactions and telephone communications.

Collaborating closely with the Facilities Manager and job share partner, the role involves efficiently handling queries, managing the reception email account, and coordinating visitor bookings and parking logistics.

Responsibilities also include overseeing incoming/outgoing mail, facilitating large‑scale mailings via the Royal Mail online system, managing publications on behalf of the Communications team, monitoring and replenishing stationery supplies, and producing access cards for new team members and contractors.

Additionally, the Receptionist provides support to the Facilities Manager in handling the café coffee machine and food ordering as needed. The role requires availability for full‑time coverage during annual leave and absences of the other job share post holder.

Full‑time coverage during annual leave and in the absence of the other job share post holder is required. This is an exclusively non‑hybrid role at Church House, Oxford.

About You

You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work here - around 50% of staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins this vital work. However, all staff do have a desire to make a difference.

We are seeking an individual who embodies friendliness, approachability, courtesy and helpfulness, coupled with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. The ideal candidate thrives on taking initiative, possesses a flexible work approach, excels at multitasking and adeptly prioritises tasks.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is a must, with a willingness to embrace new technologies and learn database management. While being a supportive member of the team is essential, we also value the ability to work independently with confidence.

Additionally, candidates should be open to training as a First Aider/Fire Marshal, contributing to the resilience of our Church House community. If you’re ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to the vibrant team, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits And Rewards

• Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro‑rata for part‑time employees
• In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees, namely Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend)
• Free parking and subsidised on‑site café
• Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto‑enrolment pension scheme, which includes death in service benefit (5% employee contribution)
• Electric car and cycle‑to‑work salary sacrifice schemes
• Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision
• Access to low‑interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans
• An attractive modern working environment

The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful.

We want the Church of England’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in all staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority heritage and disabled candidates, who are currently underrepresented.

The Church of England is committed to the safeguarding, care, and nurture of everyone within the church community. In the Diocese, the team follow and are committed to the Church of England's House of Bishops’ Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance, “Working together” to ensure the welfare of children and young people is paramount.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.