Reception/Clerical Admin - Reed : Job Details

Front of House Receptionist

• Location: Barnsley S70
• Contract Length: Minimum 3 months (until end of September)
• Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday until 4:00 PM
• Pay Rate: £12.85 per hour
• Job Type: Temporary

We are seeking a friendly, proactive, and highly organised Front of House Receptionist to join our vibrant Family Hub team. This role is crucial in supporting universal services for families with children and young people, with a nursery located onsite.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide a warm, welcoming reception service for families and visitors.
• Handle administrative tasks including room bookings, archiving, and message taking.
• Manage incoming phone calls and direct queries appropriately.
• Guide visitors and service users to the correct locations within the hub.
• Respond sensitively and appropriately to children of all ages.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Support a diverse range of families and professionals with a positive, inclusive approach.
• Multi-task effectively in a busy, people-focused environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Comfortable working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Team player with a supportive and flexible attitude.
• Desirable: Experience working in a family services or SEND environment and familiarity with room booking systems and general office administration.

Benefits:

• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.
• Secure and easy-to-use online timesheet system.
• Self-service portal for managing holiday requests, payslips, and other employment documents.
• Access to free training, discount clubs, healthcare options, and Reed rewards.
• Inclusion in pension schemes, paid holiday schemes, and maternity benefits.
• Opportunities to work with leading UK employers including local authorities, the NHS, and local SMEs.

To apply for the Front of House Receptionist position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.