Receptionist - Sport - Req24466

1 month ago


Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

**Location: Holt Park Centre**

We aim to recruit enthusiastic and motivated people for all aspects of our business. As one of our strongest assets we focus our attention on the people we employ, by providing training and continual development.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our **council values** and **ambitions**.

**About you**
As a Receptionist, you will bring to the role:

- experience
- energetic
- enthusiastic
- team worker
- responsibility

**About the role**

You will be responsible for the smooth running of the Reception environment. Key aspects of the post involve To deal with all initial front of house customer issues, conveying a caring attitude to all users of the centre and to assist in the provision of the Centre’s administrative. The Receptionist will work as a member of the Team within an operational sporting facility environment. There will be extensive contact with members of the public and ensuring a high level of customer care is achieved.

**What we offer you**
We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:

- a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
- membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
- a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
- a range of **staff benefits** to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further

**How to apply**

**We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the communities we serve. Leeds City Council is an Inclusive employer, ranked 70 on the Stonewall top 100 employers 2023 list. We are also an Age friendly employer, a Mindful employer and a Disability Confident leader.**

**This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.**

**Job Purpose**:To deal with all initial front of house customer issues, conveying a caring attitude to all users of the centre and to assist in the provision of the Centre’s administrative support.

**Responsibilities**:
1. To take bookings made over the telephone and in person at reception.

2. To process payments for bookings in accordance with the City Council’s Financial procedures.

3. To possess a sound knowledge of activities and services within the centre and to promote/sell them accordingly.

4. To deal with customer enquiries as the initial point of contact.

5. To assist the Centre Management team in the delivery of the administrative and financial procedures of the Centre.

6. To carry out the above duties in compliance with the Council’s policies e.g. Equal Opportunities, Green Strategy, etc.

7. To undertake any further duties which may be commensurate with the grade of the post.

The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.

**SKILLS**:
Able to deal effectively with customer enquiries both face to face and on the telephone

Able to accurately record information

To possess excellent communication skills

To have good numeric skills

Able to use a computer competently

To provide a quality service to our customers

**KNOWLEDGE**:
Knowledge of basic principles of customer care

**EXPERIENCE**:
Experience of working in an environment which provides regular contact with the public

Experience of cash handling

**Essential Behavioural & other Characteristics**

Understand and embrace **Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours** and codes of conduct.

Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the **Best City Ambition** of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon.

Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.

Carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.

Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.

Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.

Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.

Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.

Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.

Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate perso



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