Receptionist - Temporary

Confidential; Shaldon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Boost platform discounts and wellbeing

Temporary candidate of the month award

Temporary candidate lunches/treats

Online timesheets

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Confidential, Teignmouth-based client, is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join their team on a temporary basis. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, answer calls and handle enquiries in a busy, customer-focused environment. The role is office-based in Teignmouth with hours Monday to Friday, 8:45am–5:00pm.

Start date is Thursday 24th September. Beneficial qualities include strong communication and organisational skills and a professional, approachable manner.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in reception or customer service roles.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Professional and friendly manner.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and act as the first point of contact.
• Answer calls and direct inquiries.
• Provide general administrative support.
• Keep reception area tidy and presentable.
• Coordinate with team and external contacts.

Skills

Reception experience

Customer service

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

TITLE: Receptionist Temporary

LOCATION: Teignmouth, Devon

SALARY: 13.00 Per Hour

DURATION: Initial 2 weeks with potential to extend

HOURS: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:00pm

BENEFITS

We would love for you to join us, some of the great perks of temping through Office Angels include:

• Weekly pay
• Access to Boost - our exclusive platform with discounts on hundreds of retailers, a wellbeing hub with recipes, an exercise area, and a mindfulness section with blogs & videos
• Temporary candidate of the month award
• Temporary candidate lunches/treats
• Online timesheets
• A dedicated consultant as an additional layer of support

THE COMPANY: Our client, a fantastic organisation based in Teignmouth, is looking for a friendly, professional and organised Receptionist to join their team on a temporary basis.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong communication and customer service skills who enjoys working in a busy, people-focused environment. The role would suit someone from a reception, customer service, hospitality or administration background who is confident, approachable and organised.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Welcoming visitors and providing a friendly and professional first point of contact.
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls.
• Dealing with general enquiries in a helpful and professional manner.
• Managing the reception area and ensuring it is kept organised and presentable.
• Supporting with general administrative duties as required.
• Liaising with colleagues and external contacts as needed.
• Providing general support to the wider team.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Previous experience within reception, customer service, hospitality, administration or a similar role.
• Confident and professional communication skills, both face-to-face and over the telephone.
• Friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• A proactive and positive approach with a willingness to support the wider team.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team within a busy environment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Temporary role initially for 2 weeks, with potential to extend.
• Office-based role in Teignmouth.
• Start date: Thursday 24th September.
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:00pm.
• Pay rate: 13.00 per hour.

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