About this role
Community Centre Receptionist (Evenings) Location: Reigate area, Surrey Hours: 23 hours per week (4:30PM - 9PM) Salary: £15,000 - £17,000 (Pro Ratad) Contract: Permanent, Part-Time
Are you confident, organised and passionate about providing excellent customer service?
We're recruiting for a friendly and proactive CommunityCentre Receptionist to join a well-established community-focused organisation. This is a varied role that combines reception, facilities coordination, health & safety responsibilities and general building support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working independently and being at the heart of a busy centre.
This position would suit someone who is approachable, reliable and capable of confidently engaging with a wide range of people, including visitors, parents, hirers, contractors and community groups.
The Role As the main point of contact during evening operations, you'll play a key role in ensuring the centre runs safely, efficiently and professionally. You'll take ownership of opening and closing procedures, provide support to visitors, maintain records and coordinate facilities-related tasks.
Key duties include:
Opening and securing the building each dayWelcoming visitors, parents, community groups and centre usersManaging reception enquiries both face-to-face and over the phoneSupporting room bookings and facility hire arrangementsCoordinating building maintenance requests and liaising with facilities teams and contractorsCompleting health & safety, fire safety and building checksMaintaining accurate records and documentationMonitoring first aid supplies and supporting with incidents when requiredSupporting food hygiene and kitchen compliance checksPreparing rooms for activities and ensuring facilities remain safe and presentableActing as the responsible Duty Officer during evening operationsProviding general administrative and operational support across the centre About You We're looking for someone who:
Has previous experience in a reception, facilities, front-of-house or community-based environmentIs highly organised with excellent attention to detailCan work independently and use their own initiativeHas strong communication and customer service skillsIs confident dealing with a variety of people and situationsRemains calm and professional under pressureHas good IT skills, including Microsoft OfficeUnderstands the importance of health & safety and safeguardingIs willing to undertake First Aid training (or already holds a qualification) Desirable Experience Community centre, leisure centre or facilities experienceDuty Manager or Duty Officer responsibilitiesFirst Aid qualificationFire Warden trainingFood Hygiene certificationExperience working in environments supporting children, families or vulnerable individuals What's on Offer? A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the sameA supportive and welcoming team environmentOngoing training and development opportunitiesGenerous holiday entitlementThe opportunity to make a genuine difference within the local community If you're an organised, personable and dependable individual looking for a rewarding evening-based role, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV.