Receptionist

Acorn by Synergie; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive organisation in the United Kingdom is looking for a part-time Reception & Administration Worker to provide reception cover and administrative support. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in reception or administration, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team. The position is temporary, offering £13.69 per hour for 30 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for professional contribution

Qualifications

• Previous experience in reception or administration roles.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competent with IT systems and databases.
• Professional and approachable manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception cover and answering calls.
• Deliver administrative support across services.
• Support IT administration and manage equipment.
• Maintain office systems including HR and client databases.
• Assist with meetings, training, and events.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT competency

Job description

Reception & Administration Worker

Newport 13.69 per hour 9.30am-3.30pm Monday-Friday Part-time, 30 hours Temporary

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Reception & Administration Worker to provide reception cover and administrative support across services, staff, and clients. This part-time temporary role offers the opportunity to contribute to a well-established and supportive organisation.

Key Duties

• Provide reception cover, answering calls, greeting visitors, booking rooms/appointments, and managing post.
• Deliver administrative support across services, staff, and clients.
• Liaise with external organisations and suppliers.
• Support IT administration, including logging issues, setting up users, and managing equipment.
• Manage DBS checks and maintain records.
• Maintain office systems including HR, client databases, filing, and calendars.
• Support counselling administration, including welcoming clients, handling paperwork, payments, scheduling, and data entry.
• Carry out basic finance tasks such as collecting payments, banking donations, ordering supplies, and processing invoices.
• Assist with meetings, training, events, and community engagement activities.
• Oversee volunteer tasks where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records in line with GDPR.
• Support production of publicity materials and mailings.
• Fulfil other administrative duties as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in reception or administration roles.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competent with IT systems and databases.
• Professional and approachable manner.

What We Offer

• Part-time, 30-hour role, Monday-Friday.
• Temporary position at 13.69 per hour.
• Opportunity to contribute to a supportive and professional organisation.

Interested?

If you feel your experience matches this role, apply now by sending your CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.