2,471 Receptionist jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client, a national manufacturing company is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, positive and flexible Customer Service / Receptionist to cover their very busy switchboard and front desk.

Responsibilities will include answering all incoming calls, forward callers to the appropriate extension, develop and maintain productivity at all times, deal with outgoing post, sign in/out visitors, provide admin support as and when required.

Previous experience of working in a client-focused environment and excellent IT skills would be an advantage. In addition, you will have the ability to work under pressure, possess a can-do attitude towards work and good interpersonal skills with an excellent telephone manner.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great company offering a relaxed and flexible working environment together with a full benefits package.

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Property Customer Service / Receptionist
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £27K + 10% Bonus
Hours: Week 1 – 8am – 5pm Monday – Friday and Saturday 9am – 6pm, week 2 – 11am – 8pm Tuesday – Friday

My client is an award winning FTSE250 property company and the UK’s largest listed residential landlord, leading the way in the “build to rent” sector!
Role Overview
This is a pivotal member of the front of house team, ensuring that Residents receive an excellent service, the building is maintained and managed efficiently to company standards and the team works as one.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Deliver the company customer service strategy and standards.
• Increase resident satisfaction with service delivery
• Deliver high-quality resident services
• Work closely with company-wide colleagues to ensure excellent customer service
• Encourage engagement
• Promote the company and build good relationships with external partners.
• Carry out services such as meet & greet, reception, parcel handling, inspections, lettings viewings and ad-hoc tasks, ensuring the provision of an excellent front-line service to residents and other customers on the phone, in writing and in person.
• To ensure the delivery of high-quality services including front & back of house functions, amenity space management, voids & unit management, tenancy, income management and tenant involvement.
Desired Skills & Experience:
• Previous experience of working in a face to face customer focused role with strong administrative skills
• Ideally you will have worked in the BTR or PBSA sector, my client would also love to meet candidates from the hospitality, travel & tourism, or events industry or any other client facing customer centric role
• An awareness of H&S requirements on site and a demonstrable ability to implement H&S when required would be an advantage
• Strong experience working at business/private events would be beneficial
• Previous experience of working in a team
• Strong written and verbal English
• Qualifications in property or customer service would be advantageous
• A good communicator with strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen with empathy
• Well-groomed and professional appearance
• Passionate about customer service
• Ability to build relationships and work collectively with colleagues
• Demonstrable ability to think creatively and embrace new challenges daily
• Goal-focused, positive and resilient with the determination to support the company in delivering exceptional outcomes for its residents and communities.
In the first instance please apply by forwarding your CV
Please contact Vicky at our Manchester office on (phone number removed)
Ritz recruitment – Employment Agency

Job Title – Receptionist

Location – Torquay with travel to Exeter

Hours – Full Time/Part Time available (must be flexible to work weekends)

Salary- £25,400

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

Due to continued growth, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to join Optical Express as a Receptionist. The role involves travelling to cover other Optical Express surgery clinics and weekend working.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Receptionist duties include:

• Covering the reception area, maintaining a priority for incoming calls at all times
• Take clear and concise messages
• Communicating all messages promptly and accurately
• Provide administrative support to the Manager
• Maintain stationery stocks and oversee the ordering of new supplies
• General reception duties as and when required

Essential Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to absorb and convey highly technical information
• Adaptable with a flexible approach to work
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
• A confident and professional individual who has fantastic organisational skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Demonstrate confidentiality, integrity and discretion

What’s in it for you?

• A market leading salary
• No night shift
• State of the art, modern working environments
• 29 days annual leave per year
• Pension scheme
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eyewear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• An accessible management team and transparent management structure
• Working in a larger clinical team means less pressure on our staff and more time to spend with our patients
• Full visibility of 6 week rota

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Title – Receptionist

Location – Bridgewater Hospital, Manchester

Hours – 40 hours per week (Must be able to work Saturdays)

Salary - £25,400 per annum

Optical Express is the UK’s only complete eye care provider, and the leading private provider of laser eye surgery and premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery. Each week Optical Express Surgeons undertake more laser eye surgery and private intraocular lens procedures collectively than any other providers.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. Operating clinics across the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe, Optical Express, supported by an esteemed International Medical Advisory Board, is a thought leader in the global optometry and refractive surgery industry.

Optical Express gives patients their very best results through investing in state of the art technology, employing experienced, highly skilled surgeons and optometrists, continuously analysing clinical outcomes and working with pioneers and innovators from within the industry, to include Johnson & Johnson Vision and Zeiss.

If you’re looking to work for a market leader, then read on as we are looking for a Receptionist to work in our prestigious Bridgewater Hospital in Manchester.

You will work as part of a team providing a high level of service to the patients and employees and will require the ability to multi-task in a busy retail environment. This role is a key part of the patient journey and requires very high personal standards to deliver a quality of care and world class customer experience.

Every day will bring something new but your day to day role will involve 

• Covering the reception area, maintaining a priority for incoming calls at all times
• Take clear and concise messages
• Communicating all messages promptly and accurately
• Provide administrative support to the Manager
• Maintain stationery stocks and oversee the ordering of new supplies
• General reception duties as and when required

We are looking for applicants who are confident and professional, who have a passion for providing a world class customer service along with strong organisational and communication skills. You will have the ability to work closely with others around you, be articulate and presentable, motivated to achieve and have a willingness to learn and progress within Optical Express, whilst demonstrating confidentiality, integrity and discretion at all times.

What’s in it for you?

• State of the art, modern working environments
• 29 days annual leave
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

Optical Express is the UK’s only complete eye care provider, and the leading private provider of laser eye surgery and premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery. Each week Optical Express Surgeons undertake more laser eye surgery and private intraocular lens procedures collectively than any other providers.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. Operating clinics across the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe, Optical Express, supported by an esteemed International Medical Advisory Board, is a thought leader in the global optometry and refractive surgery industry.

Optical Express gives patients their very best results through investing in state of the art technology, employing experienced, highly skilled surgeons and optometrists, continuously analysing clinical outcomes and working with pioneers and innovators from within the industry, to include Johnson & Johnson Vision and Zeiss.

If you’re looking to work for a market leader, then read on as we are looking for a Receptionist to work in our prestigious Bridgewater Hospital in Manchester.

You will work as part of a team providing a high level of service to the patients and employees and will require the ability to multi-task in a busy retail environment. This role is a key part of the patient journey and requires very high personal standards to deliver a quality of care and world class customer experience.

Every day will bring something new but your day to day role will involve 

• Covering the reception area, maintaining a priority for incoming calls at all times
• Take clear and concise messages
• Communicating all messages promptly and accurately
• Provide administrative support to the Manager
• Maintain stationery stocks and oversee the ordering of new supplies
• General reception duties as and when required

We are looking for applicants who are confident and professional, who have a passion for providing a world class customer service along with strong organisational and communication skills. You will have the ability to work closely with others around you, be articulate and presentable, motivated to achieve and have a willingness to learn and progress within Optical Express, whilst demonstrating confidentiality, integrity and discretion at all times.

What’s in it for you?

• State of the art, modern working environments
• 29 days annual leave
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

Job Title – Receptionist

Location – Truro

Hours – 40 hours per week (Must be able to work weekends)

Salary - £25,400 per annum

Optical Express is the UK’s only complete eye care provider, and Europe’s leading private provider of laser eye surgery and premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery. Each week Optical Express Surgeons undertake more laser eye surgery and private intraocular lens procedures collectively than any other providers.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. Operating clinics across the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe, Optical Express, supported by an esteemed International Medical Advisory Board, is a thought leader in the global optometry and refractive surgery industry.

Optical Express gives patients their very best results through investing in state of the art technology, employing experienced, highly skilled surgeons and optometrists, continuously analysing clinical outcomes and working with pioneers and innovators from within the industry, to include Johnson & Johnson Vision and Zeiss.

If you’re looking to work for a market leader, then read on as we are looking for a Receptionist to work in our prestigious Practices in both Oxford and Maidenhead.

You will work as part of a team providing a high level of service to the patients and employees and will require the ability to multi-task in a busy retail environment. This role is a key part of the patient journey and requires very high personal standards to deliver a quality of care and world class customer experience.

Every day will bring something new but your day to day role will involve

• Covering the reception area, maintaining a priority for incoming calls at all times
• Take clear and concise messages
• Communicating all messages promptly and accurately
• Provide administrative support to the Manager
• Maintain stationery stocks and oversee the ordering of new supplies
• General reception duties as and when required

We are looking for applicants who are confident and professional, who have a passion for providing a world class customer service along with strong organisational and communication skills. You will have the ability to work closely with others around you, be articulate and presentable, motivated to achieve and have a willingness to learn and progress within Optical Express, whilst demonstrating confidentiality, integrity and discretion at all times.

What’s in it for you?

• An industry leading salary plus excellent bonus potential
• State of the art, modern working environments
• 29 days annual leave
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

Receptionist

Contract: Part-time (two days per week), working term-time plus INSET days, 8am until 4pm with a 30-minute break

Salary: National Joint Council Pay Spine Point 4 (£25,185 per annum pro rata) Prorated salary, 15 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, £8,655 per annum

Our client is committed to providing a vibrant, supportive, and inspiring learning environment for their students and staff. They believe that every member of their community plays a vital role in achieving this goal. They are now looking for a friendly, professional, and organised individual to join their team as the first point of contact for their school.

About the Role

As the face and voice of the school, you will be at the heart of their daily operations, providing a warm welcome and efficient support to all visitors, students, and staff. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Greeting all visitors, students, and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Managing a busy telephone, answering calls, taking messages, and directing enquiries appropriately.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.
• Providing general administrative support.
• Managing student sign-in/sign-out procedures for late arrivals or early leavers.
• Managing the sign-in/sign-out of visitors, issuing security badges, checking identity, and notifying the appropriate members of staff.
• Assisting with absence calls to parents and carers.
• Ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.

About You

Our client is looking for someone who is:

• An excellent communicator with a clear, calm and friendly telephone manner.
• Highly organised, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, discrete, and able to handle confidential information sensitively.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office.
• A team player with a positive, proactive and resilient attitude.
• Empathetic and patient, with a genuine interest in supporting young people.

Previous experience in a school or a similar customer-facing reception is desirable, but more important is the right attitude and a willingness to learn.

Why Join This Outstanding School:

• Term-time, part-time hours: Offering excellent work-life balance.
• Make a real difference: See the tangible impact of your work on the school and its students.
• Supportive environment: Join a welcoming team in a school that values and invests in its staff.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career development within their supportive academy.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Immediate memberships of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a high percentage of employer contributions.
• Wellbeing: They value their staff and recognise the on-going contributions they make to the continued success of the whole school.
• The school motto: 'Integrity. Tenacity. Service.' is at the core of school life.
• School admissions: Children of members of staff, with a minimum of two years' service at the school at the time of application, are included in their admissions criteria.

The reward for working at this outstanding school is more than financial.

If you are interested in contributing to the future of one of the East Midlands' leading schools, they look forward to hearing from you.

How To Apply

Please note that they do not accept applications by CV.

When applying, please outline how your previous experience has prepared you for this role and what skills you will bring to it.

Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday, 10th of November 2025.

Our client encourages applicants to apply early as they reserve the right to close applications on an earlier date should there be a high number of candidates.

Our Client's Commitment To Safeguarding

Our client is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of their students, and they expect all their staff to share this commitment. They adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment will be conditional on a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, references, health check and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions) Order and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain convictions are considered "protected". This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers and, if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice Website and on the websites of charities NACRO and UNLOCK.

Our Client's Commitment To Equality and Diversity

As a school, our client is passionate about diversity and recognizes that as individuals we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why they treat all of their people equally, without compromise. They are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout their recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.

About The Role

Receptionist

Reports to: TBC

Start date: November 2025

Contract: Permanent, Term-time only plus 2 weeks, 8am –5pm Monday to Friday

Salary: Ark Support Payscale Grade 4, Point 3-7 (£28,143 - £9,843)

Subject to pro-rata

Closing Date: Monday, 20th October 2025

The Role: 

To provide a welcoming and professional first impression of the school, ensuring efficient and effective reception services and supporting administrative functions.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be friendly and approachable with a positive attitude. 
• Be professional and courteous manner. 
• Have the ability to remain calm and composed in busy or challenging situations. 
• Have strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Be enthusiastic and proactive approach to work. 

Benefits:

• Weekly CPD sessions and twice as many training days as standard.
• Dedicated line management meetings
• Encouragement to staff to develop their own ideas and projects within their departments and beyond.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 ava able for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ .

About Us

At Ark Bolingbroke Academy, we are a courageous, compassionate community - empowering excellence. We are a value lead organisation, being bold within every aspect of our lives at school. 

Our talented teaching and support staff insist on high educational standards every single day, and their commitment is shown in our excellent results, with over 80% of our students achieving a top-third university or top 100 apprenticeship.

We want all staff to thrive, modelling leadership and determination to the pupils and students within our rich and diverse academy, working together to fulfil our vision of creating a centre of excellence within our local community.

Visit arkbolingbrokeacademy.org/jobs to learn more about us and see our current vacancies.

Diversity and inclusion:

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.

Safeguarding statement:

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. 

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.

We're looking for a professional and polished Receptionist to join a leading luxury property developer based in London's West End. Our client offers a truly five-star working environment where excellence is expected and is supported through ongoing training and professional development.

If you pride yourself on attention to detail, exceptional presentation, and seamless service delivery, this is your opportunity to shine.

• Greet and host visitors, residents, and team members with warmth and professionalism
• Answer and direct calls promptly with exceptional telephone etiquette
• Maintain a spotless and welcoming reception area at all times
• Manage meeting room bookings, diary coordination, and internal calendars
• Assist with courier services, deliveries, and maintenance visits
• Liaise with the PA and management team to coordinate meetings and events
• Provide administrative support including document filing, data updates, and system management
• Arrange and serve refreshments for meetings and events
• Replenish stationery and office supplies, ensuring stock levels are maintained
• Support the Chairman's Executive Assistant and assist with ad hoc office requests
• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed, reporting any incidents promptly

You'll be confident, composed, and naturally service-oriented, someone who thrives in a polished, high-standard environment. You'll understand what five-star hospitality looks like and take genuine pride in delivering it every day.

You'll bring:

• Previous front-of-house or receptionist experience in a luxury, corporate, or property setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Impeccable personal presentation
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• A calm, professional approach under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and modern administrative systems
• A proactive, team-focused attitude and willingness to adapt

Our client is a privately owned, design-led developer creating some of London's most prestigious properties. They believe that excellence begins with their people, investing in your growth, skills, and success.

• Full-time, permanent position (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm / 9am-6pm)
• Competitive salary and benefits package - 30,000 per annum + extended time off over Christmas and New Year
• Central London location in the heart of the West End
• Training and development opportunities to maintain five-star service standards
• Working within a supportive, professional, and luxury environment

If you're a confident, service-driven professional with a passion for excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join as their next Receptionist - and become part of a team where five-star service is more than a standard, it's a way of life.

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We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

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