SAM Ltd is seeking a reliable Receptionist / Administrator to deliver excellent front‑of‑house and back office support, being the face of our new purpose built facility just outside of Stalham, Norfolk. You will work closely with the Directors and senior staff, managing communications, helping customers and visitors, maintaining records, and ensuring administrative tasks are handled efficiently.What You Will DoYou will be the point of contact for customers and visitors, the organiser of administrative systems, and support for our Directors and senior staff. Your work will ensure that day‑to‑day operations run smoothly.Be Part of a Business Where Your Leadership Makes a DifferenceThis is your chance to be part of a company that blends tradition with modernity-engineering excellence with hands-on, personal service. You'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, a supportive leadership team, and a business culture built on loyalty, integrity and teamwork.Who We Are Looking For
Previous experience in a reception or customer‑facing administrative roleStrong skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Experience or familiarity with WordPress and business social media usageExcellent organisational skills; ability to handle changing prioritiesGood attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work independently, use initiative, and stay calm under pressureStrong communication skills, both face‑to‑face and in writingDiscretion and respect for confidentiality with sensitive informationHonest, reliable, with a good sense of humour and ability to work as part of a team
Key Responsibilities
Answer and direct all incoming calls through the main switchboard, or take messages and ensure follow‑upMonitor and respond to emails to the company mailbox, or escalate as neededGreet visitors, provide refreshments, and inform them of health & safety site proceduresHandle incoming and outgoing post using franking machine where requiredSupport the Stores team with data entry into our ERP systemMaintain databases for machine orders and process sales orders including acknowledgments using MS ExcelAssist with the full machinery order process: enquiries, trade‑ins, DVLA registration, and customer handoverManage all company vehicles: tax, insurance, MOT, driver recordsMaintain records for the National Sprayer Testing Scheme, support local certified examinersAssist the Directors with marketing and events (trade shows, exhibitions): booking, literature, website and social media updatesSupport team members with travel and accommodation arrangementsOrder and manage stationery and general office suppliesTake minutes in meetings when requiredTrack holiday bookings and keep Directors informed of staff availability
To Apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter SAM Ltd is committed to equal of opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants. ....Read more...
The purpose of the role is to:
Offer general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way
Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice
Facilitate effective communication between patients, members the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies
Duties and responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by members of the practice administration team may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the senior receptionist/practice manager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels:
Opening up/locking-up of practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols
Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system
Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits, answering the telephone and conveying messages and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional
Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail
Filing and retrieving paperwork
Accepting requests for prescriptions including checking the fax machine, emails and prescription box
Full job description available upon requestTraining:
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
On the job training as well as taught sessions at New College Swindon
Training Outcome:
Opportunity to progress to be a member of the team with a permanent role
Possibility of further qualifications to be sponsored by practice via New College
Employer Description:Tinkers Lane Surgery is a friendly, high performing GMS Practice, based in a purpose built health centre within the market town of Royal Wootton Bassett, just off the M4 in Wiltshire.
Our current team has three partners (one Senior Partner GP, one Managing Partner and a Financial Partner), two salaried GPs, one Qualified Physician Associate and one Advanced Nurse Practitioner. The nursing team consists of 9 clinicians ranging from practice nurses to Health Care Assistants. The Clinical Support team carries out all the reception and administration duties for the practice, consisting of 9 members headed up by a reception supervisor. We are a training practice and currently have 3 x GP trainees, 9 x medical students a PA student and 2 x Trainee Nurse Associates.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 8.00am and 6.30pm (37 hours flexible over the days to meet the needs of the team.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
*About the Role*
Are you organised, friendly, and eager to learn?
Do you enjoy helping people, solving problems, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes?
This apprenticeship is your opportunity to build valuable professional skills in finance, administration, and customer service, all within a welcoming and supportive school environment. You’ll be part of a busy, friendly office team that helps keep the school organised and thriving every day.
*What You’ll Be Doing*No two days are the same and you’ll learn how to:
Greet parents, pupils and visitors with a warm and professional welcome, in person and on the phone
Support staff by keeping records, systems and databases up to date and accurate
Process payments, invoices, and online transactions securely and efficiently
Help with organising school events, exams, trips, and meetings
Take notes in meetings and share information with the team
Order and manage supplies to keep the office and classrooms running smoothly
Update displays, newsletters, the school website and app
Assist with first aid, record-keeping and liaising with health professionals
Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll be supported to gain confidence using IT systems, managing information, and developing great communication and teamwork skills.
*What You’ll Learn*You’ll gain hands-on experience in:
Finance processes such as handling and recording money
Administration and office systems
Customer service and professional communication
Event organisation and teamwork
Data protection, confidentiality and safeguarding
Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, and Environmental best practice
*We’re Looking For Someone Who*
Has a positive attitude and enjoys helping others
Is reliable, organised and ready to learn
Can communicate clearly with pupils, parents, staff and visitors
Has good attention to detail and pride in doing things well
Enjoys being part of a supportive, busy team environment
*Why This Role is a Great Start*This apprenticeship is a perfect step into the world of education, finance or office administration. You’ll get:
Practical, hands-on experience in a real working environment
A recognised qualification while you earn
Mentoring and support from experienced school staff
A chance to make a real difference in a school community
Training:Your training will all take place at the school where you'll be given protected study time for your remote tutorials with an experienced tutor from Heart of England Training, an organisation highly experienced in working with school-based apprentices. Training Outcome:Completing the apprenticeship could potentially lead to career advancement within the educational sector, including roles such as receptionist or administrator or pursuing further qualifications to become a qualified school business manager, HR advisor or bursar.Employer Description:The school is a large primary school in the North Evington area of Leicester, valued by parents. We have worked alongside parents to improve communication and help parents to feel more confident to engage in school life.
It is a school that values and encourages staff to develop and grow through a variety of professional development opportunities.Working Hours :Hours per week: 30 hours a week
Weeks per year: 39
Monday to Friday 7.45am- 2.45pm with 1 hour lunchSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Knowledge of Word and Excel....Read more...
London, WC2R, £31,050 + Great Benefits, Core Hours 9am to 6pmAn exciting new career opportunity has arisen for an accomplished, organised and highly professional individual to join a growing business. You will be joining a team that has built long-standing commercial success and an impressive reputation for providing outstanding specialist advisory services to clients across the globe.Our client is a leading commercial barristers' chambers, with a thriving domestic and international practice, specialising in providing services across the areas of construction and engineering; energy and natural resources; infrastructure and utilities; international arbitration; IT and technology; offshore construction and marine engineering; planning and environment; procurement; competition; and associated professional negligence.The successful Receptionist / Conference Facilitator will work as the first point of contact for visitors to Chambers, creating a professional and welcoming environment for clients and other visitors. They will provide effective and efficient support services to ensure the smooth running of front of house. They will ensure conference suite bookings are fully planned and managed and will handle all calls to Chambers courteously and efficiently. The ideal applicant is a diligent, confident and professional individual, able to provide the full range of reception duties in a friendly and proactive manner. The successful candidate will report directly to the Finance and Administration Manager.Key Responsibilities
Providing a courteous service to all enquiries.
Operating the switchboard and actioning calls as appropriate.
Taking messages and ensuring they reach the appropriate person promptly.
Welcoming visitors and advising of arrivals as required or directed.
Advising clerks of clients arriving in the building.
Advising the administration department of any contractors in the building. Providing permits to work, if appropriate.
Ensuring building security entry and exit procedures are adhered to.
Booking conference rooms on the Chambers practice management system (Lex).
Ordering lunches for conferences, meetings, etc.
Assisting with mini-pupillage and pupillage application processes.
Assisting with advertising Legal Assistant vacancy on university websites.
Keeping reception areas clean and tidy.
Booking restaurants and taxis and ordering flowers/gifts/couriers as requested.
Ordering coffee, tea, crockery, glassware, cutlery and all other sundry or stock items as required.
Receiving deliveries and liaising with the post room to ensure prompt dispatch to addressee.
Assisting the administration department with various duties.
Ensuring stock room always has sufficient wine, beer, Champagne, etc. with fridges fully stocked.
Skills & Experience
Educated to GCSE standard as a minimum, with 5 GCSEs including English and Maths minimum grade 5 (or equivalent)
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a reception role ideally in the professional services sector
Well presented, conscientious and reliable
Excellent organisational skills
Professional with an eye for detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills including excellent telephone manner
Self-motivated and proactive with a willingness to learn
Ability to plan ahead and prioritise workloads effectively
Good IT skills with experience of O365
Benefits
20 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 22 days after one year and 25 days after two years)
6% pension contribution
Bonus scheme
Season ticket loan
Permanent health insurance
Private medical insurance
Half day 'birthday' holiday
This is a superb opportunity for a highly organised individual with a positive outlook, excited by the prospect of a career in a client facing role within the legal sector. It is an ideal full-time role for a friendly individual with a professional demeanour and a client-focused attitude. You will be part of a small team that works closely together to deliver outstanding client service. 08:00 – 17:00 Mon - Fri. Apply now!....Read more...
