Temporary Receptionist - Gateshead

Office Angels; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

28 days paid annual leave

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking a personable receptionist to provide temporary front-of-house cover in a busy Gateshead business centre. You will be the first point of contact, greet visitors, handle calls, and support daily reception operations 8:30am–5pm, Mon–Fri.

Immediate availability is preferred, with a pay rate of £13 per hour for a temporary assignment from 16th Sept to 14th Oct. The role requires strong customer service, excellent communication, and solid IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Qualifications

• Previous receptionist or customer service experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, friendly demeanor.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, clients, and staff with professionalism.
• Handle incoming post and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy, presentable, and organised reception area.
• Monitor visitor access and maintain safety procedures.
• Manage calls, messages, and basic administrative duties.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

MS Office

Organisation

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Front of House / Reception Cover - Gateshead - Temporary

We are currently recruiting for a personable and professional Receptionist to provide temporary cover within a busy and modern business centre in Gateshead.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong customer service skills who enjoys interacting with people and creating a welcoming environment. As the first point of contact for visitors, you will play a vital role in maintaining a positive and professional experience while supporting the day-to-day operation of the reception area.

Location: Gateshead. Due to the location, public transport access is limited

Pay Rate: £13 per hour

Contract: Temporary

Dates: Wednesday 16th September - Wednesday 14th October. Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:30am - 5pm

Candidates who are available immediately are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist visitors, clients, and staff with professionalism
• Handle incoming post and deliveries
• Maintain a tidy, presentable, and organised reception area
• Monitor visitor access and maintain safety procedures
• Manage calls, messages, and basic administrative duties

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a receptionist or customer service role is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with a friendly and approachable demeanour.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy is essential.

Why Work with Us?

• We offer a range of benefits to support you throughout your assignment:
• Direct employment with ongoing consultant support
• Weekly pay
• Access to high street discount vouchers
• Eye care vouchers
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• 28 days paid annual leave (accrued weekly)

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual feedback.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know, and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. 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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