Receptionist

As the leaves change, changes lives. Join HICA and warm people's hearts this autumn.

The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Pay & Hours:

• Pay - £12.72 per hour
• Hours - 35.5 hours per week
• Contract - Fixed-Term
• Working Schedule - Monday 8:00am - 3:00pm, Tuesday & Wednesday 3:00pm - 9:00pm, Thursday & Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

The Role:

As a Receptionist, you will project a professional image that encourages public trust and confidence whilst contributing positively to the overall company image. You will be the first point of contact for residents, visitors, families and professionals, providing a welcoming and efficient reception service.

Duties include:

• Delivering a professional and friendly front-of-house service to all visitors and callers
• Handling telephone enquiries internally and externally, directing calls appropriately
• Managing all incoming and outgoing mail, parcels, collections and deliveries
• Supporting administrative tasks including filing, data entry and record management
• Maintaining accurate visitor records and ensuring reception areas remain presentable
• Undertaking any other duties that help create and maintain an effectively run establishment

About You: The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Previous experience in a receptionist, administration or customer service role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Strong organisational and timekeeping skills
• A professional, approachable and positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Rewards & Benefits:

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• • Stream – Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly
  • Paid Training - Through our award winning in-house training team
  • Car & Cycle Schemes – Spread MOT/repair costs & save up to £1,000 with Halfords
  • Refer-a-Friend Bonus – Earn £250–£2,000
  • Instant Recognition – Win vouchers for going above and beyond
  • Career Growth – Funded qualifications & clear progression
  • Monthly Lottery – Big cash prizes
  • Exclusive Discounts – Retail, supermarkets, holidays & more
  • Fitness Perks – Gym discounts & free workouts
  • Smart Savings & Loans – Affordable finance options
  • Health Plans – Discounted hospital & death benefit cover
  • Wellbeing Support – Free counselling & 24/7 E

Additional Information: Built in 2008, the Village sits on the edge of Euxton between the towns of Chorley and Leyland in Lancashire, with excellent transport links, shopping and community facilities right on the doorstep. It was the result of a collaboration between The HICA Group and Caddick Construction. Today the village is owned by Octopus Healthcare and exclusively managed by The HICA Group by their dedicated Buckshaw Retirement team. The HICA Group has over 32 years of providing care, support and housing services to older people and people with a learning disability. A not-for-profit organisation, our head office is based in Hull with a local Senior Management Team directly employed to run our services in the West.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.