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Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Receptionist at a Barchester care home, you'll provide the warm welcome that helps to make sure every resident and visitor feels at home with us. As the first point of contact for almost everyone who comes to the home, you'll have a vitally important part to play in creating a positive and friendly environment. The role of Receptionist with us is very varied. You can expect to answer phone calls, greet visitors, manage the reception area and show prospective residents and their families around. We might also need you to carry out some administrative tasks, like typing, photocopying and filing. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be professional, caring, courteous and well organised to join us as a Receptionist. You'll take a real interest in our residents and go out of your way to make every visitor feel at home. No formal qualifications are required but you will need a good telephone manner and strong communication skills. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your administrati
Main duties of the job This role involves working as a Bank Receptionist at a Barchester care home in Maidstone. It is a casual, part-time position that offers flexible working conditions. The receptionist is responsible for providing a warm and friendly welcome to residents and visitors, creating a positive environment as the first point of contact for those entering the care home. Duties include answering phone calls, greeting visitors, managing the reception area, and showing prospective residents and their families around. Some administrative tasks such as typing, photocopying, and filing may also be required. Applicants need to be professional, caring, courteous, well-organised, and not require formal qualifications, but a good telephone manner and strong communication skills are necessary. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for learning and development in a leading UK healthcare provider. Hours and days of work vary depending on needs such as covering for annual or sick leave.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of healthcare services in the UK, operating a host of care homes and related facilities across the country. The organisation is committed to providing high-quality care for residents, focusing on creating a comfortable and homely environment. With a strong emphasis on the personal and professional growth of their employees, Barchester Healthcare provides numerous opportunities for learning and development to ensure staff can progress in their careers. The company values the work of its staff highly, with a culture of mutual respect and understanding pivotal to its operations. Known for competitive compensation and flexible roles like the Bank Receptionist position, Barchester Healthcare provides vital services to the community by ensuring residents receive the care and respect they deserve. At Barchester, ensuring both employees and residents feel valued and at home is at the heart of their mission.
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ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Receptionist at a Barchester care home, you'll provide the warm welcome that helps to make sure every resident and visitor feels at home with us. As the first point of contact for almost everyone who comes to the home, you'll have a vitally important part to play in creating a positive and friendly environment. The role of Receptionist with us is very varied. You can expect to answer phone calls, greet visitors, manage the reception area and show prospective residents and their families around. We might also need you to carry out some administrative tasks, like typing, photocopying and filing.
ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be professional, caring, courteous and well organised to join us as a Receptionist. You'll take a real interest in our residents and go out of your way to make every visitor feel at home. No formal qualifications are required but you will need a good telephone manner and strong communication skills.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.
As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.
If you'd like to use your administration and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
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Qualifications Essential
No formal qualifications required, but a good telephone manner and strong communication skills are necessary.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Maidstone
ME17 3ZB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)