Temporary Receptionist

Adhoc Receptionist - Temporary Cover Across Basingstoke (Immediate Start)

We're looking for a professional, personable, and highly reliable Adhoc Receptionist to provide temporary cover for clients in and around Basingstoke. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, can step into new environments with confidence, and delivers excellent front‑of‑house service from day one.

You’ll be the welcoming face and voice of our clients' businesses, supporting reception teams with essential day‑to‑day duties while maintaining a calm, polished, and service‑focused approach.

• Greeting visitors and managing the front desk with a warm, professional manner
• Handling incoming calls and managing a basic switchboard
• Directing callers and visitors to the correct departments
• Managing sign‑in processes and ensuring visitor records are kept up‑to‑date
• Supporting general admin tasks as needed to keep reception running smoothly

• Immediate availability and flexibility to pick up shifts at short notice
• Strong communication and customer‑service skills
• Confident telephone manner
• Well‑presented, organised, and comfortable working in different office environment
• Previous reception or switchboard experience is beneficial but not essential

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application

• Job Title:
  
  Temporary Receptionist
• Company:
  Tate
• Location:
  
  Southampton, Hampshire
• Posted:
  Jan 21st 2026
• Closes:
  Feb 21st 2026
• Sector:
  Administration
• Contract:
  
  Temporary
• Hours:
  
  Full Time