Receptionist - Temporary

Office Angels Limited; Thornbury; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels Limited is seeking a Temporary Receptionist in Thornbury to cover a busy front-of-house role in a care setting. You will be the first point of contact, ensuring a warm welcome and efficient reception operations during a 9:00am–5:00pm Monday to Friday schedule.

The role requires professional communication, reliability and the ability to work independently. DBS check may be required and the assignment runs until a permanent receptionist is appointed.

Qualifications

• Previous Receptionist or Front of House experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional appearance and telephone manner.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Meeting and greeting visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls and enquiries.
• Taking accurate messages and passing them to the relevant person.
• Managing visitor sign-in procedures and maintaining site security protocols.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.
• Maintaining a tidy and welcoming reception area.
• Providing information and assistance to visitors and residents where required.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the reception function.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Customer service

Telephone etiquette

Communication skills

Organisation

Job description

Temporary Receptionist BS35 2GA Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm £13.50 per hour Temporary Ongoing Assignment

Are you a friendly, professional, and organised individual looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Receptionist to provide front-of-house support for a busy and welcoming care setting. This role will continue until a permanent Receptionist has been appointed.

The Role

As the first point of contact, you will play a key role in creating a positive experience for visitors, residents, families, and colleagues. You will be responsible for ensuring the reception area operates smoothly and efficiently while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Meeting and greeting visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls and enquiries.
• Taking accurate messages and passing them to the relevant person.
• Managing visitor sign-in procedures and maintaining site security protocols.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.
• Maintaining a tidy and welcoming reception area.
• Providing information and assistance to visitors and residents where required.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the reception function.

What We're Looking For

• Previous Receptionist, Front of House, Customer Service, or similar experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional appearance and telephone manner.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.

Additional Requirements

• You must be willing to undergo a DBS check if required.
• An existing DBS certificate would be advantageous but is not essential.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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