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Receptionist, Administrative/Clerical
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Great Horkesley, Colchester, Essex County, CO1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-30
Listing for:
CYGNET
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-05-30
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Front Desk/Receptionist, Admin Assistant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Great Horkesley
Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.
We are looking for a Weekend Receptionist to join our team on a part time basis to provide a professional, welcoming reception experience.
You will be working every Sunday 6.30am to 9.00pm.
This role will be based in a fast paced hospital setting, so the ability to process information quickly in a calm and controlled manner at all times is essential.
The ideal candidate must be adaptable and well presented with a friendly disposition with excellent communication skills. Duties will include welcoming all visitors / staff, maintaining security procedures and effective use of the hospital switchboard.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.
You’re Day-to-Day…Provide a professional, welcoming reception experience
Comply with strict and robust security protocols
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 and take messages where appropriate
Sort & distribute post, and assist with general office duties as required
Keep the reception area clean & tidy Promote the safety & security of all site users and ensure all staff comply with security protocols.
You are…An experienced receptionist with at least 1 or more years of experience working as a Receptionist Organised, naturally helpful and good at multitasking
Computer literate – including Windows/Word/Excel/Outlook or equivalent
Knowledgeable of telephone systems
Polite, friendly & approachable with excellent cGCSE Maths and English qualified, with a good level of numeracy and literacy
Diligent & accurate, with an eye for detail and an understanding of confidentiality.
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…£11,576 per annum (15hr contract)
Strong career progression opportunities
Expert supervision & support
Employee referral scheme
Employee Discount Scheme Company pension scheme
Smart Health Toolkit
- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
Health Cash Plan Subsidised meals on duty
Please note:
successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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