Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of working in with the general public and knowledge of computers is essential
- Qualifications
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
- Qualifications
GCSE Mathematics & English (C or above)
- Qualifications
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Qualifications
Strong IT skills
- Qualifications
Clear, polite telephone manner
- Qualifications
Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Qualifications
Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Qualifications
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Qualifications
Good interpersonal skills
- Qualifications
Problem solving & analytical skills
- Qualifications
Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience of working in a primary care or care setting
- Qualifications
Experience of working with the general public
- Qualifications
Experience of administrative duties
- Qualifications
Experience of working in a health care setting
- Qualifications
EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
Job summary
Previous Applicants need not apply
We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated individual to join our team. This is a part-time position of 19 hours per week, worked over two full days. Flexibility is essential, as the role will also involve providing cover for staff sickness and holidays when required.
The salary will be in line with the minimum living wage. In addition, we offer a range of benefits including five weeks paid holiday (pro-rata), a staff uniform, and membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.
If you are enthusiastic, adaptable, and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The following are the core responsibilities of thereceptionist.There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
- Maintaining andmonitoringthe practice appointment system
- Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments
- Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately
- Signpost patients to the correct service
- Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, teammembersand external agencies
- Read code data onSystem One
- Photocopy documentation asrequired
- Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary
- Directrequests for information i.e. SAR, insurance /solicitorsletters and DVLA formsto theappropriate person
- Manage all queries as necessaryin an efficient manner
- Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working areaat all times
- Monitor andmaintainthe reception area and notice boards
- Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested
About us
We are a small, friendly team consisting of three GPs, two nurses, a Healthcare Assistant (HCA), alongside a supportive management and administrative team. Our main surgery is located in the village of Lymm, Cheshire, with a branch surgery in nearby Grappenhall.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Details
- Date posted: 13 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £12.71 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: A1131-26-0006
- Job locations: Lakeside Road, Lymm, Cheshire, WA13 0QE, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Answering calls, processing prescriptions, handling patient queries, please see job description for full details of the role.
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Receptionist roles in Lymm
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Medical Receptionist with Lakeside Surgery in Lymm, England. It is listed as a Receptionist role. The advertised salary is £12.71. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Oct 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (13 Oct 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHSjob search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.