Education Campus Receptionist/Administrative Assistant | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Band 2 Receptionist/Administrator to provide administrative support and serve as the first point of contact for users, visitors, and patients. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This part-time role offers 20 hours per week from Monday to Friday, emphasizing flexibility and collaboration within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a receptionist or administrative role.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a 'can do' approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Act as the receptionist and first point of contact for users, visitors, and patients.
• Perform daily monitoring of maintenance issues and serve as fire warden.
• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Education Campus Manager.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Independent work

Job description

Band 2 – 20 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated receptionist/administrator with experience in a busy environment. The successful candidate should be methodical, accurate, detail-oriented, well-organised, and proficient in Microsoft Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the receptionist and first point of contact for users, visitors, and patients to the building and surrounding wards.
• Perform daily monitoring of maintenance issues and serve as fire warden.
• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Education Campus Manager, including processing room booking requests via the bespoke electronic system.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and ensuring they reach the correct department within the Oxford Road Campus (ORC).
• Monitor daily room usage and manage the sign‑in process.
• Adapt quickly to new IT systems and remain flexible to meet service needs.
• Collaborate with all staff within Education and the Admin & Reception Team.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong interpersonal skills with a “can do” approach.
• Excellent problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in a receptionist or administrative role.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Your Application

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Diversity Matters

MFT commits to promoting equality of opportunity and eliminating unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation, are encouraged to apply. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager.

This advert closes on Tuesday 9 Dec 2025.