Temporary Receptionist - Sunderland

Confidential; North East; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Discount vouchers

Eye care vouchers

Pension scheme with employer

28 days paid annual leave (accrued)

Job summary

Office Angels in Sunderland is seeking a confident Front of House Receptionist to provide temporary cover at a modern and vibrant business centre in Sunderland.

You will greet visitors, handle calls and post, keep the reception area tidy, and support colleagues to ensure a smooth day-to-day operation. Hours are 8:30am to 5pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch, pay rate £13.45 per hour, and the assignment runs from Monday 24 August to Wednesday 9 September with immediate availability preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist or customer service role is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, 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.

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

Reception experience

Customer service

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Front of House / Reception Cover - Sunderland

We're seeking a confident, professional, and welcoming Front of House Receptionist to provide temporary cover at a modern and vibrant business centre in Sunderland.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in customer-facing roles and takes pride in creating a positive first impression.

You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of reception and delivering excellent service to all visitors and tenants.

Location: Sunderland City Centre

Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour

Contract: Temporary

Dates: Monday 24 August - Wednesday 9 September. Further ad hoc dates may be required.

Hours: 8:30am - 5pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break each day)

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.

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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