Weston College is excited to be opening the brand-new Advanced Manufacturing Technical Excellence College, in Filton, Bristol, which in September 2026 welcomed its first learners.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated Customer Services Assistant to provide a responsive reception service ensuring exemplary standards which exceed customer expectations, and maintain the Colleges outstanding reputation.
The successful candidate will assist switchboard services, provide a clerical support to the CIS team where required and assist with all communication services including, but not limited to, Livechat, email and WhatsApp.
This is a full-time position (37 hours per week).
Working Pattern
Normal working hours are:
08:00 -17:30 Monday – Friday, flexible for business needs.
However, adjusted working hours (and location) can occur without notice to meet the business need. Early morning, evening and weekend working is essential for specific events and a mandatory element of the role.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and provide outstanding reception services.
- Provide all customers with an exemplary experience ensuring the college’s reputation as an outstanding learning and training provider.
- Manage presentation and functionality of reception areas ensuring high standards.
- Radio calls for caretaking and first aid requirements, including emergency services contact.
Support with switchboard services
- Provide outstanding customer service to all callers, transferring calls efficiently to the most appropriate area / person within the College Group.
- 95% answer rate for all phone lines into the College switchboard.
- Adjusting responses to ensure appropriateness for the whole College Group.
About You
You will need to be:
- A Team player, committed to working effectively and supportively with others, both within the department and the wider college.
- Professional, warm and have a friendly manor with exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Able to demonstrate a polite, effective and efficient phone manner and customer Service skills.
- Commited to the delivery of a wholly customer-focused service.
For full details about the role and its responsibilities, please view the job description and person specification attached above.
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We value equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants who require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact grouprecruitment@weston.ac.uk or 01934 411441.
Please note: this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage early applications.
Customer Services Assistant (AMTEC, Bristol) employer: WESTON COLLEGE
Weston College is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a unique Teacher Training Internship that not only provides a salary but also funds your Masters degree and teaching qualification. Located at the South West Skills Campus in Weston-super-Mare, you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to nurturing the next generation of educators, fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community while embarking on a rewarding teaching career.
