Receptionist

Receptionist Wanted – Join Our Friendly Dental Team Bupa Dental Care Stockport High Lane Fixed Term | 6 Months | 24 Hours / Week We’re looking for a welcoming, organised, and caring Receptionist to join our amazing team at Bupa Dental Care in High Lane, Stockport This is a 6‑month fixed‑term role, perfect for someone who enjoys patient care and working in a supportive environment. Working Hours Monday: 7:30am – 6:00pm Tuesday: 8:30am – 1:30pm Wednesday: 7:30am – 5:00pm What You’ll Be Doing Welcoming patients with a smile Booking appointments and handling enquiries Supporting our dental team behind the scenes Why Join Us? Supportive, down‑to‑earth team Great training and development A role where you’ll make a real difference to patients Location & Transport Info You’ll be working at our High Lane practice, conveniently located on the A6 Buxton Road, easily accessible by car or public transport. Bus routes: Regular services from Stockport & surrounding areas Train: Close to Disley and Hazel Grove stations Parking: Free on‑site staff parking available Local highlights include nearby cafés, shops, and beautiful countryside – great for a walk on your lunch break Interested? Apply now and become part of our caring, committed dental family Additional Responsibilities As a Receptionist, you’ll play a key role in making every patient experience a positive one : Customer care at the heart – warmly greeting patients in person and over the phone, answering queries, and ensuring a relaxed, welcoming environment. Diary & appointment management – handling bookings, cancellations, and rescheduling to keep the practice running efficiently. Supporting patients with confidence – explaining processes and treatment options, supporting payment transactions, and helping patients understand their options (private vs NHS services). Administration you can rely on – keeping patient records accurate and up to date, managing confidential information, and maintaining a professional reception area. Problem‑solving with empathy – handling concerns and complaints professionally, always aiming for a positive outcome. Being part of the team – supporting clinicians with smooth handovers and the patient journey from reception to treatment. Assisting with admin and helping the Practice Manager keep everything running smoothly. What We’re Looking For You’ll thrive in this role if you’re people‑focused, empathetic and enjoy creating positive experiences. You'll bring : Previous experience in a customer‑focused role. Strong communication skills, both face‑to‑face and over the phone. Confidence using IT systems to manage bookings and records. A proactive, flexible approach – ready to help where needed to support the team. Professionalism, empathy, and a genuine passion for delivering excellent service. Confident in promoting and upselling Bupa Dental Care products and services including plan options, finance and insurance claims. Benefits of Working With Us Competitive pay – with opportunities to increase through training and development. Healthcare & wellbeing support – including quick access to remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health services through MyHealthcare, plus an annual allowance of around £350 to spend on Bupa products. You’ll also have access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental Health Line, Bupa’s Personal Energy wellbeing programme, and discounted dental insurance for you and your family. Financial & lifestyle benefits – from retail discounts and tools to support your financial wellbeing, to reduced rates at gyms and digital fitness providers across the UK. You’ll also have the flexibility of Wagestream, giving you access to your pay before payday. Career pathways and progression – ongoing training and support to grow with Bupa Dental Care. Additional health perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual flu vaccine, discounted eye tests, and Bupa’s Menopause Plan. … and much more, just ask Why Join Us? At Bupa Dental Care, you’ll be part of a supportive, welcoming team where you can make a real difference to patients every single day. We’ll give you the tools and training you need to succeed, along with opportunities to grow your career in a business that puts people first. If you’re organised, approachable, and love helping people, this could be the perfect role for you. Find Out More To find out more about working with us, find us on , and We encourage all of our people to “Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will aim to offer an interview/assessment to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and offer reasonable adjustments to anyone who may benefit from accommodations to the recruitment process. Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer. Benefits Shop discounts (over 700 stores) – Health and wellbeing discounts – Discounted dental insurance – Free CPD – Employee referral scheme – And many more #J-18808-Ljbffr