Medical Receptionist/Care Navigator (Maternity cover)
The closing date is 13 February 2026
Job summary
We are looking for a Medical Receptionist to join our friendly team of 13 on a fixed-term contract for 6 months providing maternity cover. There is a chance that we may be able to extend the contract for a longer period or be able to offer a permanent role at the end of the fixed-term contract.
The ideal candidate will be a great team player and have an upbeat attitude with a great sense of humour.
The vacancy is for 36.5 hours per week to be worked as follows:
Monday 2pm-630pm
Tuesday 830am-630pm (1 hr lunch)
Wednesday 830am-630pm (1 hr lunch)
Thursday 830am-630pm (1 hr lunch)
Friday 830am-130pm
Previous Reception experience is desirable.
Main duties of the job
- Answering phones / queries
- Making / cancelling appointments for all clinicians
- Issuing prescriptions
- New registrations
- Giving results
- Scanning documents to patient notes
- Liaising between clinicians and patients
- General administration duties
- Actioning and monitoring the practice email.
About us
The Alney Practice is based across 2 sites, Cheltenham Road and Highnam. As a practice we strive to offer the best possible healthcare for our patients. We pride ourselves on providing timely and quality care in the wide range of services we offer.
Details
Date posted
27 January 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.40 an hour
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A0226-26-0000
Job locations
16 Cheltenham Road
Gloucester
GL2 0LS
Lassington Lane
Highnam
Gloucester
GL2 8DH
Employer details
Employer name
The Alney Practice
Address
16 Cheltenham Road
Gloucester
GL2 0LS