Receptionist

About the role

Overview

We are looking for a friendly, professional Receptionist with a passion for making a difference to others.

You’ll be working part time 15 hours a week at Cygnet Hospital Derby helping provide a safe, welcoming environment for colleagues, visitors and the people in our care. 

This contract is a three on three off shift pattern, shift times are either 07:00 – 11:45, 11:15 – 16:00, 15:45 – 20:30. You must be able to work everyday due to the rota covering all days.

Cygnet Hospital Derby provides low secure and mental health rehabilitation care based on the Recovery Model. Our integrated male care pathway includes Litchurch Ward, our low secure ward, and the Wyvern Unit, our mental health rehabilitation service. Alvaston Ward, our specialist female personality disorder service, is one of the leading services of its kind in the East and West Midlands.

At Cygnet, 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, you’ll 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.

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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? We’ll 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.

Cygnet has 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.