09 Oct
Gateshead Council
Gateshead
Business Centre Receptionist
Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Do you want to work with us in helping to create spaces that are great to work in? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!
We’ve got an exciting opportunity to join our brilliant team whose ambition is to deliver on the promises we make to our customers. Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others, then this could be an opportunity you just don’t want to miss.
About the role….
The Business,
Employment and Skills Service leads on activities to raise levels of entrepreneurship and enhance the economic prosperity of Gateshead and its residents. Through its network of business and innovation centres the service provides a supportive environment for new and young businesses to develop and grow and which meets the needs and aspirations of modern firms.
The role is primarily a customer facing role and the postholder will support the Business Centre Manager, providing high quality front-of-house and support services to businesses.
You must be qualified to NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) or have equivalent experience. You will be computer literate and customer- focused with good communication and interpersonal skills. You will have experience of collecting data and the ability to work flexibly to tight deadlines and achieve agreed targets. You will be self-motivated, be able to demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively, and act on your own initiative, as well as being part of an effective team.
You will also be able to engage with customers using both oral and written communication skills and effectively prioritise your workload.
This is a part-time role working 25 hours per week: 8.30am – 1:30pm Monday to Friday.
A bit about Gateshead Council…
Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented,
possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.
People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.
What’s in it for you? Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!
- You’ll be paid a competitive salary £23,893 to £24,294 per annum, pro-rata for part-time employees.
- We’ll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension.
- You will receive an annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year (pro-rata for part time employees) rising to 32, 2 of which may be fixed by the council at any time. You also have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.
- A robust Workforce Development offer with opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas.
- You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
- You’ll have access to our new benefits platform VIVUP where you can get discounts and offers on online and high street shopping.
It’s time to apply!
We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link Job Profile. It’s important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria,
because when we start choosing people to come and meet us we’ll be checking to ensure that they meet the essential criteria as set out in the job profile.
For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Laura Glister, Business Centre Manager at ************@Gateshead.Gov.UK or on 0191 490 9450
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