Receptionist

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Cygnet Hospital Churchill, located in south London, is a 56-bed inpatient mental health hospital for men.We are looking for a friendly and experienced Receptionist to join our team on a full time basis to provide a professional and welcoming reception experience.You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 2pm - 10pm in a hospital setting with older adults with mental health problems and men diagnosed with learning disabilities.The ideal candidate must be adaptable and well presented with a friendly disposition with excellent communication skills. Duties will include welcoming all visitors / staff, maintaining security procedures and effective use of the hospital switchboard.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organization that cares about helping people.You're day-to-day Provide a professional, welcoming reception experienceGreet visitors & notify the appropriate member of staff of their arrivalEnsure visitors sign in & out, and that patients leaving & returning are recorded appropriatelyAnswer & transfer all incoming calls & take messages where appropriateSort & distribute postAssist with general office duties as requiredKeep the reception area clean & tidyPromote the safety & security of all site users & ensure all staff comply with security protocolsYou are An experienced receptionist/administrator used to working with customers/clientsOrganised, naturally helpful & a good multi-taskerComputer literate - including Windows/Word/Excel/Outlook or equivalentKnowledgeable of telephone systemsPolite, friendly & approachable with excellent communication skillsGCSE Maths & English qualified, with a good level of numeracy & literacyDiligent & accurate, with an eye for detail & an understanding of confidentialityWhy Cygnet? We'll offer you £28,940 per annum salaryStrong career progression opportunitiesNHS Discount and the Blue Light CardOpportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportFree meals whilst at workEmployee discount savingsSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.What next?If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply