Temporary Receptionist

TurnerFox Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Receptionist to provide holiday cover for a corporate client in Derby. This role involves welcoming visitors, managing reception duties, and assisting with office operations. Ideal candidates are friendly, professional, and have strong communication skills, along with some experience in office roles. This opportunity offers flexible hours, making it perfect for those who enjoy a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Professional and friendly demeanor, able to manage reception effectively.
• Experience handling customer inquiries and office tasks.
• Good understanding of health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and manage reception.
• Book and prepare meeting rooms.
• Handle phone calls and emails.
• Maintain tidy front-of-house areas.
• Support office services and facilities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service experience

Reliability

Comfortable using Microsoft Office

Job description

Temporary Receptionist

Location: Derby

Contract: Temporary - Holiday Cover (approx. 30-35 days per year)

We're recruiting for a friendly, professional Receptionist to provide holiday cover for a confidential corporate client in Derby. This is a flexible, ad-hoc role across the year, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a busy, professional office environment.

You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors and staff, helping to create a welcoming and well‑run workplace while supporting the Facilities Manager with day‑to‑day office operations.

What you’ll be doing

• Welcoming visitors and managing reception/front‑of‑house
• Booking and setting up meeting rooms
• Handling phone calls, emails and enquiries
• Keeping meeting rooms and front‑of‑house areas tidy and presentable
• Supporting facilities, contractors and office services
• Managing post, deliveries and visitor parking
• Assisting with health & safety checks and office events

What we’re looking for

• A friendly, professional and reliable person
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Some experience in office, reception or facilities roles
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and basic systems
• A good awareness of health & safety in the workplace

This is a flexible, temporary opportunity ideal for someone who enjoys variety, customer interaction and working in a professional corporate setting. You will be an important part of ensuring the office continues to run smoothly during holiday and absence periods.

Interested? Call TurnerFox Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide feedback to all applicants. If you have not been contacted within 3 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.