Receptionist – Maternity Cover (18 Hours per Week)
Duration: Fixed until 11th January 2027
Location: North Chelmsford Healthcare Centre & Beaulieu Healthcare Centre
Closing Date: 6th March 2026
We are seeking a caring and proactive Receptionist to join our team on a part-time basis to cover maternity leave. This role involves working across both of our Chelmsford sites: North Chelmsford Healthcare Centre and our soon-to-open branch surgery, Beaulieu Healthcare Centre.
Working Hours
· Monday: 08:00 – 14:00
· Tuesday: 08:00 – 14:00
· Friday: 12.30-18.30
Key Attributes We Value:
- Show empathy and a caring nature toward patients
- Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration
- Maintain a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude
- Learn quickly and apply new processes effectively
- Be confident using computers
- Be fully flexible to cover annual leave and short-notice sick leave
Key Responsibilities
- Handle patient queries via phone, email, and in person
- Assist the triage doctor as part of the triage team
- Process prescription requests
- Arrange home visits
- Manage card and cash payments from patients
- Oversee waiting lists and follow-up appointments
- Support clinicians and staff with day-to-day tasks
Training & Support
A comprehensive 3-week induction will be provided to ensure a smooth onboarding
Additional Information
- This post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check
- NHS Pension Scheme available
- Free car parking on site
- 4 weeks’ annual leave
- Birthday leave day starting from 2026
Please note: If this vacancy attracts sufficient interest, it may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.