Receptionist - Care Home

HealthJobs4U Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Edinburgh is seeking a Receptionist to be the first point of contact for residents and visitors. The role involves answering phone calls, greeting visitors, and managing the reception area. Strong communication skills and a caring attitude are essential. The position offers a competitive rewards package, including free learning opportunities and discounts.

Benefits

Free learning and development

Profit share scheme

Holiday and retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Professional and caring demeanor required.
• No formal qualifications required, but relevant skills are essential.
• Ability to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and greet visitors.
• Manage the reception area and show prospective residents around.
• Carry out administrative tasks like typing and filing.

Skills

Good telephone manner

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Receptionist at a Barchester care home, you'll provide the warm welcome that helps to make sure every resident and visitor feels at home with us. As the first point of contact for almost everyone who comes to the home, you'll have a vitally important part to play in creating a positive and friendly environment. The role of Receptionist with us is very varied. You can expect to answer phone calls, greet visitors, manage the reception area and show prospective residents and their families around. We might also need you to carry out some administrative tasks, like typing, photocopying and filing.

ABOUT YOU
You'll need to be professional, caring, courteous and well organised to join us as a Receptionist. You'll take a real interest in our residents and go out of your way to make every visitor feel at home. No formal qualifications are required but you will need a good telephone manner and strong communication skills.

REWARDS PACKAGE
As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

• Free learning and development
• Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme
• A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts
• Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme

If you'd like to use your administration and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.