Temporary Receptionist in Canterbury and Ashford

Brook Street; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A temporary staffing agency in the United Kingdom seeks flexible, part-time receptionists for ad hoc work in Canterbury and Ashford. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a professional demeanor, with no prior experience required. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering calls, and performing light administrative tasks. Weekly pay and access to exclusive benefits are offered. Join now if you are friendly and reliable, ready to make a positive impression.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Accrual of annual leave entitlement

Access to exclusive candidate benefits

Qualifications

• No previous reception or administrative experience required.
• Candidates from retail, hospitality, customer service, or recent graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors in a professional manner.
• Provide refreshments when needed.
• Answer and transfer incoming calls.
• Monitor and respond to emails.
• Perform light administrative tasks.
• Maintain a clean and tidy reception area.
• Support general office duties.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Professional telephone manner

Good organisational skills

Attention to detail

Approachability

Job description

Temporary Receptionist Opportunities - Flexible, Ad Hoc Work

Locations: Canterbury & Ashford
Pay: Up to 12.50 per hour

Are you looking for flexible, part‑time work where no two days are the same? We're currently recruiting for temporary receptionists to support a range of clients across Canterbury and Ashford on an ad hoc basis - covering staff holidays, absences, and special events.

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain office‑based experience. You don't need previous reception or administrative experience. Whether your background is in retail, hospitality, customer service, a call centre, or you're a recent school leaver or graduate - you are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greeting visitors in a warm and professional manner
• Providing refreshments when required
• Answering incoming calls and transferring or taking messages
• Monitoring and responding to emails
• Carrying out light administrative tasks
• Keeping the reception and waiting area clean, tidy and well‑presented
• Supporting with general office and facilities duties

What We're Looking For:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A professional and confident telephone manner
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• A well‑presented, approachable individual (office attire is expected for client bookings)

What You'll Receive:

• Full handover and on‑site training from each client
• Weekly pay via Brook Street Recruitment
• Accrual of annual leave entitlement
• Access to exclusive candidate benefits and support

If you're reliable, friendly, and ready to represent clients in a front‑of‑house role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about our available assignments.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.