Receptionist (Oaklea Convent, Sunderland)

This post is for female applicants only – advertised in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) as a genuine occupational qualification for the post.

We are excited to be recruiting for a suitably experienced Receptionist to join the friendly team at Oaklea Convent, which is home to the Sisters of Mercy and managed by SJOG Hospitaller Services.  We welcome all who wish to apply to work with us!

You will be required to carry out a full range of administrative and receptionist duties to support the smooth running of the service.

We pride ourselves on supporting the people who use our services in such a way to enable them to live as independently and dignified a life as possible in their home, so it is essential that a quality driven and holistic service is maintained at all times.

Shift pattern:

Monday and Tuesday 08:00 – 17:30

Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 12:00 - 17:30

Essential criteria: 

Key attributes:

Essential

An ability to demonstrate the core values of the charity and the Sisters of Mercy

• Good word processing skills
• Proven experience in an office environment
• Ability to prepare and take minutes
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
• Excellent organisational skills
• Numerate
• Accurate recording skills

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent
• Experience of working with vulnerable people with support / care needs

Benefits and Rewards:  

• Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme 
• Health Cash Plan 
• Bike to Work Scheme 
• We are an equal opportunities employer

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If you require any further information regarding the vacancy please email: kaywaite@sjog.org.uk . 

“We welcome applications from everyone with the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce. 

"Please note that we are not currently able to offer sponsorship and therefore we cannot  accept applicants seeking sponsorship in the short term.”