GP Receptionist

NHS; Warrington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Warrington is seeking a receptionist/administrator for a part-time position (25.5 hours per week). The role involves managing reception duties, supporting patients in person and online, and liaising with healthcare services. Ideal candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths, computer skills, and preferably experience in a GP practice. Join a welcoming team dedicated to patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths.
• Experience of working in a GP practice.
• Computer skills and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception and administrative duties.
• Handle patient queries in person and online.
• Book appointments and manage prescriptions.
• Liaise with hospitals and community services.

Skills

Computer skills

Effective communicator

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Job Summary

Visa sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

We are a small practice in Warrington and pride ourselves on always endeavouring to help our patients as best we can.

We are looking for a friendly and motivated person to join our team as a receptionist/administrator at our busy GP practice.

We have a welcoming and supportive team of clinicians and admin staff with low staff turnover.

The ideal candidate should have previous experience of working in a GP practice or similar environment. They will fit into the existing reception team and support the clinicians and colleagues.

Job Details

Job advertised – part time, 25.5 hours position.

Date posted: 12 January 2026

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £12.21 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: A1548-26-0000

Location: 280 Manchester Road, Warrington, WA1 3RB

Responsibilities

To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of reception and administrative duties and the provision of general support to the multidisciplinary team. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Dealing with patients in person, over the phone, and via online services
• Handling prescription requests and queries
• Appointment booking
• Liaising with hospitals and community services
• Inviting patients for reviews, screening, health checks
• Typing referral letters
• General office duties
• Greeting and directing patients, patient registration, booking appointments, processing information (electronic and hard copy), and assisting patients as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths.
• Computer skills.
• Reliability.

Desirable

• Effective communicator.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience of working in a GP practice.
• EMIS experienced user.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

About Us

Our practice team is made up of 2 GP Partners, a Salaried GP, a nurse, Practice Manager and five receptionists. We use EMIS Web clinical system.

Employer Details

Employer name: The Surgery

Address: 280 Manchester Road, Warrington, WA1 3RB

Website: https://www.280manchesterroad.co.uk