Weekend Receptionist

Receptionist

Cygnet Maidstone, England, United Kingdom

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Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is our state‑of‑the‑art, 65‑bed mental health facility for adults situated in the Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone.

We are looking for a friendly and experienced receptionist to join our team on a part‑time basis to provide a professional and welcoming reception experience.

You will be working 13.5 hours every weekend covering the following shift patterns.

Week 1: 2 pm – 8.30 pm on Saturdays and 7 am – 2 pm on Sundays.

Week 2: 7 am – 2 pm on Saturdays and 2 pm – 8.30 pm on Sundays.

The ideal candidate must be adaptable, well presented, friendly, and possess excellent communication skills. Duties will include welcoming all visitors and staff, maintaining security procedures, and managing the hospital switchboard.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organization that cares about helping people.

• Provide a professional, welcoming reception experience
• Greet visitors and notify the appropriate staff member of their arrival
• Ensure visitors sign in & out, and that patients leaving & returning are recorded appropriately
• Answer & transfer all incoming calls & take messages where appropriate
• Sort & distribute post
• Assist with general office duties as required
• Keep the reception area clean & tidy
• Promote the safety & security of all site users & ensure all staff comply with security protocols

• Free parking and free meals whilst at work
• NHS Discount and the Blue Light Card
• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support

• An experienced receptionist/administrator used to working with customers/clients
• Organised, naturally helpful & a good multi‑tasker
• Computer literate – including Windows/Word/Excel/Outlook or equivalent
• Knowledgeable of telephone systems
• Polite, friendly & approachable with excellent communication skills
• GCSE Maths & English qualified, with a good level of numeracy & literacy
• Diligent & accurate, with an eye for detail & an understanding of confidentiality

Note:

successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Administrative
• Hospitals and Health Care

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