Job summary Do you thrive working in a busy role where no two shifts are alike? Are you a customer-focused problem solver who works well under pressure? We are seeking full time (37.5 hours per week) or part time (minimum of 22.5 hours per week) Receptionists to join our busy Reception and Out of Hours Coordination Centre based at the Warneford Hospital in Oxford. You'll be the first point of contact for visitors, staff and service users therefore it is essential that you have excellent communication skills, show empathy and have a compassionate manner as some callers may sometimes be in a distressed state. As part of the role, you will be required to work all of the below shifts and be able to travel to other locations subject to departmental requirements: 06:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 - 22:00 / 22:00 - 06:00 / 09:00-17:00. If you're able to remain calm whilst working under pressure and have excellent organisation and prioritisation skills then we'd love to hear from you Please note this role requires extended hours, weekends and bank holidays working patterns. Enhanced hourly rates will be paid. Main duties of the job Perform general office duties including: responding to email and telephone enquiries, taking and recording messages accurately, responding to queries appropriately Operate the Trust's switchboard, answering incoming calls and transferring callers appropriately using tools provided. Undertake training in new skills required for the Coordination Centres effective operation and to maintain those skills in line with supervision and appraisal. Provide postal services for the trust including signing and recording of mail. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum | pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 267-CS6952922 Job locations Warneford Hospital Headington OX3 7JX Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role Person Specification Knowledge Essential Proven experience of working in a Receptionist and or office environment Ability to problem solve and prioritise workload Contractual Requirements Essential Ability to travel between sites Qualifications Essential Higher education (i.e. A Level and or RSA NVQ Level II standard) or equivalent Person Specification Knowledge Essential Proven experience of working in a Receptionist and or office environment Ability to problem solve and prioritise workload Contractual Requirements Essential Ability to travel between sites Qualifications Essential Higher education (i.e. A Level and or RSA NVQ Level II standard) or equivalent Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Warneford Hospital Headington OX3 7JX Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)