Marie Curie Receptionist Edinburgh Hospice

Be the First Smile That Makes a Difference Are you a friendly, organised and compassionate individual who enjoys helping others? We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Receptionist to join our dedicated team at Marie Curie Edinburgh Hospice. If you're an organised, friendly and professional individual who thrives on helping others and takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service, we'd love to hear from you. Join Marie Curie and be part of a team dedicated to providing the best possible care and support to people living with a terminal illness and their families when they need it most. What you will be doing: This is far more than a traditional reception role. You'll play a vital part in creating a warm, professional and compassionate environment, helping people navigate services and support at what can be one of the most important times in their lives. From greeting visitors and managing enquiries to supporting colleagues, volunteers and external partners, you'll help ensure the hospice runs smoothly while delivering an exceptional experience for everyone who walks through our doors. What we’re looking for:   - GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at Grade 4/5 or above. - Previous experience in an administrative, reception or customer-facing role. - A warm, approachable and professional manner, with a genuine desire to help others. - Honest, kind, caring and empathetic, with the ability to communicate sensitively with a wide range of people. - Strong communication skills, with the confidence to provide information and signpost individuals to the appropriate services and support. - Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively to deadlines. - Comfortable using a range of IT systems and office equipment. - A proactive and flexible approach, with excellent attention to detail. - Recent knowledge and understanding of administrative processes and procedures. - The ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues, volunteers, healthcare professionals and visitors. Please see the full job description here: