Receptionist
Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:00am to 1:00pm (15 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time
Salary: £9,911 per annum (£12.71 per hour)
Be the Friendly Face of St Elizabeth's
Are you an organised, professional and approachable administrator looking for a rewarding part-time role?
St Elizabeth's is seeking a Receptionist to join our busy and welcoming team. As the first point of contact for visitors, families, staff and professionals, you'll play an important role in creating a positive experience and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our reception service.
This is a varied and engaging position that combines reception duties with administration, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, staying organised and supporting a service that makes a real difference to people's lives.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing a warm, professional welcome to visitors, staff, families and external professionals
- Managing incoming telephone calls, emails and enquiries, directing them to the appropriate departments
- Maintaining visitor sign-in procedures and reception security processes
- Managing incoming and outgoing post and deliveries
- Supporting reception administration, including record keeping, data entry and document management
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring information is handled confidentially
- Ensuring the reception area remains welcoming, professional and well organised at all times
- Acting as a positive ambassador for St Elizabeth's and providing excellent customer service
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience in a reception, customer service or administrative role
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Is confident using Microsoft Office applications and general IT systems
- Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Can manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Works well independently and as part of a team
- Shares our values of respect, compassion and inclusion
About St Elizabeth's
St Elizabeth's is a vibrant, values-led charity set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside. We support children, young people and adults with complex needs, including epilepsy and learning disabilities, helping each person to achieve their full potential.
Our unique setting includes a specialist School, Sixth Form, College, Children's Homes, Supported Living services and therapeutic support, all working together to deliver outstanding person-centred care and education.
Every day brings opportunities to celebrate achievements, build meaningful relationships and make a positive impact on the lives of those we support.
Benefits
- Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
- Free on-site parking
- Recommend-a-Friend Scheme (up to £500*)
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Discounted gym membership
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Assurance cover
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Contributory pension scheme (auto-enrolment after three months)
- Generous annual leave entitlement
How to Apply
To apply, please complete an application form and submit your CV via our website.
We may close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications, so early applications are encouraged!
Please note: St Elizabeth's is not located on a public transport route. Applicants will therefore need access to their own transport or alternative travel arrangements.
Inclusion & Safeguarding
St Elizabeth's is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and an Investor in People. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels valued, respected and supported.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us directly.
St Elizabeth's is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Some roles involve regulated activity and it is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with vulnerable groups to apply.
Live Life to the Full. Help Others Do the Same.
Join St Elizabeth's and become part of a community dedicated to helping people thrive every day.
Registered Charity No. 1176777
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Receptionist in Much Hadham employer: St Elizabeth's
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