Receptionist

London, Greater London (Hybrid)
£15.64 per hour + holiday
Part-time (Ad hoc)
Temporary

Actively Interviewing

This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!

Job description

Location: Kensington
Contract: Temporary, ad hoc
Hours: 09:30 to 17:30 on required days in May and June 
Salary: £15.64 per hour + holiday

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in their search for a temporary Receptionist. This role supports a professional body who are in need to front of house support to cover vacancies and leave on set dates throughout May and June.

The required days are 5th May, 6th May, 15th June, 16th June, and 17th June. Please only apply if you are able to commit to all dates. There will also be opportunities to take access other roles through Prospectus at different organisations outside of these dates.

Responsibilities:

  • Managing reception throughout opening hours, ensuring a warm welcome and support for visitor enquiries and requests
  • Ensuring security procedures are followed, including issuing staff badges and encouraging their use
  • Keeping both the internal and external reception area tidy and presentable at all times
  • Supporting internal and external events, including stocking marketing materials and logging updates on the event database
  • Booking and taking payments for meeting rooms, and for car park spaces
  • Promptly answering general calls and providing support as necessary
  • Leading on health and safety, including fire and first aid, including by providing safety inductions and ensuring supplies are stocked
  • Arranging postal communications and liaising with couriers in a timely manager

Requirements:

  • Recent experience in a similar role, ideally within the not-for-profit sector
  • Excellent written and verbal communication ability, with unparalleled interpersonal skills
  • Confidence using digital tools, including databases and Microsoft products
  • Strong ability to work proactively and independently, but also dynamically in a team when needed
  • High levels of organisation and attention to detail

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply ASAP by submitting your CV in Word format. 

At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to any part of the process, please reach out to us.

Organisation
Prospectus View profile Organisation type Recruitment Agency Company size 101 - 500
Posted on: 09 March 2026
Closing date: 20 March 2026 at 23:30
Job ref: 194355
Tags: Administration, Customer Service, Education