Receptionist

Here at Peabody, we have an opportunity for a Receptionist on a Permanent basis at Sundial Day Care Centre.

The Sundial Day Care provides care for people from all backgrounds and cultures. Whether you are looking for regular or short term respite, we provide care, support and stimulation for older people in social isolation, including those with mild to moderate dementia.

Essentially we provide quality day care services for older people in the local community. We tailor our service to meet individual needs that aim to;

• maintain and promote independence.
• encourage social interaction.
• restore self-esteem.
• create a lively and friendly atmosphere where everyone is made to feel welcome.
• provide a stimulating environment with a variety of activities.

As our new Receptionist, you will contribute to the smooth running of our centre and make a difference to the community we support!

What we’re looking for:

• Are you courteous and respectful and can deliver an excellent service to our customers?
• Do you have a flexible and conscientious approach to work?
• Do you have an administrative background, can prioritise and work on your own initiative?
• Are you familiar with fast-paced environments?
• Could you promote our activity programmes and provide support organising community events?
• Do you have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages?

If so, this role is perfect for you!

A bit about the role:

As the Receptionist, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the reception area. proactively dealing with customer queries in person or on the phone.

Some of the key results for the role include:

• Deliver an efficient, professional and calm reception service.
• Ensure customer queries, complaints or requests are responded to and followed up.
• To handle and record cash.

This role will require a Standard DBS check.

A bit about us:

It started over 160 years ago with one man’s desire to improve the lives of poverty-stricken Londoners. Today, we have 107,000 homes and 220,000 residents across London and the Home Counties and around 20,000 care and support customers. But the desire remains the same – to create homes and communities where people can flourish.

Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody:

• Up to 25 days’ annual holiday plus bank holidays

• Flexible benefits scheme, including options for Healthcare, Dental care, Critical illness cover, vouchers, technology scheme and access to a discount portal.

• 4 x Life Assurance

• Competitive salaries that are benchmarked regularly against current market rates 

• Professional development by access to "paid for" apprenticeship programs and qualifications

• Two additional paid volunteering days each year 

• Family friendly policies

• Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1

Are you ready to apply?

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

To be considered for the position of Receptionist, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit both your CV and a bit about why we should consider you for the role. 

If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Julie-Ann.O'Malley@Peabody.org.uk and one of our team will be in touch.

Peabody reserves the right to close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.