City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Administrator / Receptionist

The closing date is 01 October 2025

Job summary

CHoICE Facilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and fulfil the role of Administrator/Receptionist

The role of an Administrator/Receptionist is an exciting opportunity for people who are motivated, flexible, task focused and have excellent communications skills.

If you are ambitious, caring, team player and strive to deliver high standards services, we would like to hear from YOU!

As an Administrator/Receptionist you would be responsible for reception areas, telephone calls, communicating with the general public and administrative duties throughout various teams which CHoICE Facillties services operates.

CHoICE Facilities Services work together;

To deliver nationally recognised high quality, safe, cost effective services for the people, patients and stakeholders.

To attract and retain employees who are proud to recommend our services.

To deliver a wide range of high quality, effective and compliant Facilities Management (FM), Procurement and Pharmacy Services.

To join a friendly, organised and positive working environment, apply for the role of Administrator/Receptionist.

Previous applicants need not apply, thank you.

Main duties of the job

You will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills and knowledge.

  • Ability to work on own initiative and organise workload
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
  • Excellent Organisational skills
  • Accurate keyboard skills & Good IT Skills
  • Previous reception and administrator experience.
  • Customer focused
  • Excellent communication skills

In return we will provide training, regular supervision, learning and development.

Shift pattern

Working 40 hours per week over 7 days between the hours of 8:30 19:30. Weekends and bank holiday working will be included as required.

Please Note: This advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to the volume of applications received.

About us

Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. CHoICE provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

Ifyou use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,101 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

M9155-Z-AC-0925-78

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

The post holder will provide high quality efficient administration/reception service to support the smooth running of a diverse range of services within Choice Facilities Services.

Consistently deliver a client-focussed service which promotes good customer service and effective working relationship.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

The post holder will provide high quality efficient administration/reception service to support the smooth running of a diverse range of services within Choice Facilities Services.

Consistently deliver a client-focussed service which promotes good customer service and effective working relationship.

Person Specification

Physical

Essential

  • Ability to work under pressure. Ability to sit for long periods at a desk undertaking computer work. Able to undertake computer work for long periods.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English, or the equivalent.

Desirable

  • Conflict Resolution,
  • Customer Service qualification.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a busy administration office / reception environment. Dealing with the general public. Experience of working as a team.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good organisational skills. Good communication skills. Experience of Microsoft word and excel spreadsheets. Ability to work as part of a team. Flexible approach to working.

Desirable

  • Experience of Meditech, Menumark, ParkingEye. ESR.
Person Specification

Physical

Essential

  • Ability to work under pressure. Ability to sit for long periods at a desk undertaking computer work. Able to undertake computer work for long periods.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English, or the equivalent.

Desirable

  • Conflict Resolution,
  • Customer Service qualification.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a busy administration office / reception environment. Dealing with the general public. Experience of working as a team.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good organisational skills. Good communication skills. Experience of Microsoft word and excel spreadsheets. Ability to work as part of a team. Flexible approach to working.

Desirable

  • Experience of Meditech, Menumark, ParkingEye. ESR.

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Administration Manager

Hayley Walton

hayley.walton1@nhs.net

01915656256

Details

Date posted

17 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,101 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

M9155-Z-AC-0925-78

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


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