Your new company
I'm looking for a friendly and reliable Temporary Receptionist to provide front‑of‑house cover over a short-term period. This role is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, a professional manner, and the ability to hit the ground running.
Your new role
As the first point of contact for staff and visitors, you will ensure the reception area runs smoothly. Duties include:
Welcoming and greeting visitors and clients in a warm, professional manner
Managing a busy switchboard and handling incoming calls
Booking, coordinating, and preparing meeting rooms
Managing incoming and outgoing post and deliveries
Issuing visitor passes and maintaining accurate visitor logs
Keeping the reception area tidy and presentable
Supporting basic administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and inbox management
Assisting internal teams with ad‑hoc office duties where requiredWhat you'll need to succeed
I'm looking for someone who:
Has previous reception or front‑of‑house experience in a commercial environment
Is confident, organised, and approachable
Has strong communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
Can multitask effectively and remain calm under pressure
Is available for the full assignment period.What you'll get in return
This is a temporary role starting Wednesday 25th March to Thursday 1st April. Your working hours will be 8.30 - 4.30pm. Hourly rate of £13.71/hour, inclusive of holiday pay.
What you need to do now
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