Receptionist

Wiltshire Council; Stratford-sub-Castle; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is hiring a welcoming receptionist to be the friendly first point of contact for visitors at our leisure centre. You will greet guests, answer enquiries and help promote services and products, contributing to a calm and efficient reception area.

The role is part-time, 17.81 hours per week with a pro rata salary of £26,016–£26,847 plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts. The interview date is Week commencing 12 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Friendly and organised individual with a customer-focused approach.
• Experience greeting visitors and handling enquiries.
• Ability to promote services and maintain a welcoming ambience.

Responsibilities

• The receptionists are the first point of contact for visitors and help create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Greet guests, answer enquiries and promote services and products.
• Contribute to a positive and efficient reception environment.

Job description

Salary:£26,016 - £26,847 pro rata(Plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts)

Hours per week:17.81 hours

Interview date:Week commencing 12th October 2026

Are you a friendly and organised individual? If you enjoy greeting people and ensuring they have a positive experience, consider becoming a part of our team as a receptionist.

Our receptionists are the first point of contact for our visitors. With their warm smiles they help create a welcoming atmosphere, ready to assist with any inquiries and promote our services and products.

Creating a positive and efficient environment is what truly matters to us. That's why our receptionists need to have the enthusiasm to provide excellent customer service and a knack for staying organised.

Join our team and become the friendly face that represents our leisure centre, making a difference in the experiences of our visitors every day!

Why us?

Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Daniel Burchmore, Campus Manager at [e-mail]

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Application criteria

We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura).

Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.

Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.