Receptionist

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a friendly, professionalReceptionistwith a passion for making a difference to others atCygnet Hospital Elowen,helping provide a safe, welcoming environment for colleagues, visitors and the people in our care.

You'll be working40 hours a week (9am - 5pm)

Cygnet Hospital Elowen is our brand new mixed gender mental health hospital due to open mid 2025. The hospital will have two wards, a 12 bed eating disorders service for men and women, and a 12 bed complex personality disorder service with a dual diagnosis of personality disorder and co-morbid disordered eating.

AtCygnet,our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

• Provide a professional, welcoming reception experience
• Greet visitors & notify the appropriate member of staff of their arrival
• Ensure visitors sign in & out, and that patients leaving & returning are recorded appropriately
• Answer & transfer all incoming calls & take messages where appropriate
• Sort & distribute post
• Assist with general office duties as required
• Keep the reception area clean & tidy
• Promote the safety & security of all site users & ensure all staff comply with security protocols

Why Cygnet? Well offer you...

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

You are...

• An experienced receptionist/administrator used to working with customers/clients
• Organised, naturally helpful & a good multi-tasker
• Computer literate including Windows/Word/Excel/Outlook or equivalent
• Knowledgeable of telephone systems
• Polite, friendly & approachable with excellent communication skills
• GCSE Maths & English qualified, with a good level of numeracy & literacy
• Diligent & accurate, with an eye for detail & an understanding of confidentiality

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

This vacancy may close early due to a vast amount of applications.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

East Midlands

DE75 7JH

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)