via Reed · 3 September 2026 ·16 days ago

Receptionist

Reed
Eastleigh Contract GBP 26,325 – 27,300
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Looking for a short-term receptionist role with a friendly and professional environment?

We are seeking a reliable and personable Temporary Receptionist to provide cover for a busy office based near Eastleigh. This is a quiet front-of-house role, ideal for someone with previous reception, customer service, or administration experience.

What's on Offer?

  • Free onsite parking

  • Potential for future reception cover assignments

  • Friendly and professional working environment

Key Responsibilities
  • Welcoming visitors and contractors to site

  • Managing the front desk and maintaining a professional reception area

  • Signing visitors in and notifying relevant staff members

  • Answering and directing incoming calls

  • Handling incoming post and deliveries

  • Monitoring access to the building and following security procedures

  • Providing ad hoc administrative support when required

  • Reporting any facilities or building issues to the relevant teams

  • Ensuring smooth day-to-day reception cover during the receptionist's absence

About You
  • Previous reception, front-of-house, customer service, or administration experience

  • Professional and friendly communication skills

  • Confident answering phones and greeting visitors

  • Well organised with excellent attention to detail

  • Reliable and available for the full assignment, including the training day

If you're available for these dates and can provide excellent front-of-house support, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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