Receptionist - Bank - Wain House, Westgate on sea

Avante Care & Support Ltd; Westgate-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Uniform provided

Pension contributions

Training & development opportunities

24/7 wellbeing support

Staff recognition awards

Discounts at retailers

Job summary

Avante Care & Support Ltd is seeking a friendly receptionist for Wain House in Westgate-on-Sea to greet residents, families and visitors. You will answer calls, help with enquiries, manage post and deliveries, and provide general admin support to the team.

The role offers bank shift patterns with competitive pay and benefits. Previous reception or admin experience is helpful, and you will join a welcoming, well-run home focused on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Reception or admin experience is helpful.
• Strong communication and people skills are essential.
• Proficient with computers and office systems.
• Friendly, professional and welcoming demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors and helping them feel at home.
• Answering calls and handling enquiries.
• Managing post and deliveries.
• Offering hospitality to visitors and professionals.
• Supporting the team with general admin tasks.

Skills

Friendly & approachable

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Independent working

Tools

Office software

Job description

Receptionist - Wain House

Location: Wain House, Westgate on Sea

Pay: £13.24- £13.64

Shift Pattern: Bank

At Wain House, our reception isn’t just a desk — it’s the heart of the home. We’re looking for a friendly and organised Receptionist who enjoys meeting people and creating a welcoming atmosphere for residents, families, visitors and colleagues. Whether you're greeting loved ones visiting residents, answering calls, or helping the team stay organised, you’ll play an important part in making our home feel warm, supportive and well‑run.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Welcoming visitors and helping them feel at home
• Answering calls and helping with enquiries
• Managing post and deliveries
• Offering hospitality to visitors and professionals
• Supporting the team with general admin tasks

About You

• Friendly, approachable and professional
• A confident communicator who enjoys helping people
• Comfortable using computers and office systems
• Organised and able to work independently and within a team

Reception or administration experience is helpful, but your attitude and people skills matter most.

Why People Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay
• FREE DBS check & uniform
• Flexible working patterns
• Pension contributions
• Training & development opportunities
• 24/7 GP & wellbeing support
• Staff recognition awards
• Discounts at 800+ retailers

All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks.

Avante Care & Support is an Equal Opportunities Employer.