Casual Visitor Services Assistant

Sodexo; Colchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7G

Discounts on high street brands

Salary finance tools

Retirement savings plan and life保险

Full training and protective uniform

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Competitive pay

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Visitor Services Assistant at Colchester Hospital to provide a welcoming front-desk presence and responsive support for patients, visitors and staff. You will assist with enquiries, payments, and general office services while maintaining confidentiality and safety procedures.

The role involves handling cash, badge access, and coordinating with portering and transport teams. NHS experience is advantageous and you will work across hospital and community sites in a busy

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, facilities management or team leadership.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay organised and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients, visitors and staff at the main reception and Welcome Desk.
• Handle enquiries, directions and service requests efficiently.
• Respond to calls and emails about portering, transport, security, housekeeping, catering, estates, linen and laundry.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organisation

Multitasking

Cash handling

Confidentiality

Empathy

MS Office

NHS experience

Access control

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• Casual contract
• £12.92 per hour
• Location is Colchester Hospital

Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is: CO4 5JL

Please take the time to read the attached job description

Job Introduction

Healthy outcomes begin with great patient experiences.

We are looking for a professional, approachable and customer-focused Visitor Services Assistant to join our team at Colchester Hospital. In this varied frontline role, you will help create a welcoming and positive experience for patients, visitors and staff. You will support reception, helpdesk, cashier, car parking and general office services while ensuring enquiries and service requests are handled efficiently, sensitively and accurately. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way.

What you’ll do:

• Provide a friendly and professional service at the main reception and Welcome Desk.
• Assist patients, visitors and staff with enquiries, directions and service requests.
• Respond to calls and emails relating to portering, transport, security, housekeeping, catering, estates, linen and laundry services.
• Record requests accurately on systems such as FM First and Health Roster, providing task reference numbers where required.
• Log staff absences, complete the relevant documentation and update absence and return-to-work records.
• Operate badge access systems and issue visitor passes in line with security procedures.
• Support car parking services, including enquiries, payments and Penalty Charge Notice administration.
• Process cash transactions, complete daily reconciliations and maintain accurate records for audit purposes.
• Carry out general administrative duties, including data entry, filing, document handling and spreadsheet updates.
• Handle complaints and sensitive enquiries professionally, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow information governance, health and safety and Trust procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, ward managers and service users to support smooth service delivery across hospital and community sites.

What you bring:

• Previous experience in a customer service, facilities management or team-leading environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a polite, caring and professional approach.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• The ability to manage several priorities accurately within a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence handling cash, maintaining records and working with sensitive information.
• A good understanding of confidentiality and the importance of protecting patient privacy and dignity.
• The ability to remain calm, empathetic and helpful when handling difficult or sensitive interactions.
• Competence using Microsoft Office and reporting tools.
• Experience within an NHS or healthcare environment would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of access control, visitor management, parking systems or PCN procedures would also be beneficial.

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insuranceFull training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.