
Job summary
Shift Details: 8 am - 8 pm, Monday to Sunday At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Receptionist - Bank at Brentwood Arches Care Home in Brentwood. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as a receptionist will be to offer professional, high-quality customer service as the first point of contact within the home, as well as provide a range of administrat
Main duties of the job
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. Your focus as a receptionist will be to offer professional, high-quality customer service as the first point of contact within the home, as well as provide a range of administrative services. Other responsibilities include answering the telephone and responding to enquiries at reception, completing reception-related administration, maintaining databases, and ensuring the reception area is tidy.
About us
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Details
- Date posted: 19 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £12.75 an hour
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: 1518318032
- Job locations: Avery Healthcare, Brentwood, CM14 4NA, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Shift Details: 8 am - 8 pm, Monday to Sunday
ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as a receptionist will be to offer professional, high-quality customer service as the first point of contact within the home, as well as provide a range of administrative services.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude:
- Answering the telephone and responding to enquiries at reception, redirecting calls to relevant staff and recording messages accordingly.
- Completingreception-related administration,maintainingdatabases,and providing administrativeassistanceas required by the General Manager.
- Maintainingthe general tidiness of the reception area, liaising with Housekeeping to ensure standards aremaintained.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidatemust:
- Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Be confident in using computers.
- Have a positive,friendly,and welcoming attitude.
- Havepreviousexposure to problem-solving and client complaints.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require:
- ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written, be confident in using computers, have a positive, friendly, and welcoming attitude, and have previous exposure to problem-solving and client complaints.
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This advert is for Receptionist - Bank with Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. in Knowle, Midlands, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £12.75 an hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 09 Jul 2026.
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