Front Desk Receptionist – Part-Time Maternity Cover

Apleona UK; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% off PureGym memberships

24/7 digital GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Volunteering leave (up to 2 days)

Reward Gateway discounts

Health and dental plans

SmartTech salary deductions

Mortgage advice

Job summary

Apleona UK is seeking a Receptionist in Sittingbourne to provide a first-class front-of-house service for clients and visitors. You will answer phones, direct calls, and ensure a courteous, professional experience at all times.

The role involves supporting induction checks, PPE distribution, and occasional holiday/sick cover for the morning shift. Excellent communication and organisation are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Experience in a similar front of house role.
• Outstanding customer service delivery skills.
• Great time keeping.
• Well presented.
• Able to make decisions to solve problems.
• Highly organised and able to work under pressure.
• Computer and IT literate and confident in using systems.

Responsibilities

• Answer the telephones and redirect calls efficiently; be the first point of contact for issues.
• Manage a range of activities and support visitors with onsite induction and PPE as required.
• Support holiday and sickness cover for the morning reception shift 08:30–13:00 Mon–Fri.

Skills

Strong communication

Front of house

Customer service

Time keeping

Well presented

Decision making

Organised

IT literacy

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Apleona UK is seeking a Receptionist in Sittingbourne to provide a first-class front-of-house service for clients and visitors. You will answer phones, direct calls, and ensure a courteous, professional experience at all times.

The role involves supporting induction checks, PPE distribution, and occasional holiday/sick cover for the morning shift. Excellent communication and organisation are essential.