via Reed · 28 August 2026 ·36 days ago

DBS Required: Temp Receptionist Cover

Office Angels
South West London Contract GBP 24,804 – 26,754
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DBS Required- Temp Receptionist Cover

Location: Tooting, London
Contract: 3 Month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £28,939 pro rata
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (30-minute lunch break)
Start Date: Immediate Start

We are currently seeking an experienced and professional Receptionist to join a busy and welcoming office environment on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This role will require a Basic DBS.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being the first point of contact, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can provide outstanding front-of-house and administrative support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Meeting and greeting visitors

  • Managing incoming calls and enquiries

  • Coordinating meeting room bookings

  • Handling post, deliveries, and general office administration

  • Maintaining visitor records and sign-in procedures

  • Responding to email enquiries

  • Managing office supplies and stationery stock

  • Supporting facilities and maintenance reporting

  • Providing administrative support to the wider team

Key Requirements:
  • Previous Reception, Front of House, or Administration experience

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

  • Ability to manage a varied workload and work independently

  • Friendly, professional, and proactive approach

  • Basic DBS required

  • Safeguarding Certificate desirable

Please only apply if you are available to start immediately and can commit to the full 3-month contract and have a Valid Basic DBS.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.


Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

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