At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success and our goal is to provide a rewarding and fulfilling career in line with our values of quality, service and trust. In addition to this we are committed to being a more inclusive employer and invite applications from a variety of backgrounds.

There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Head Office located in Woolsington, Newcastle upon Tyne is looking to recruit a Receptionist to join the Reception/Administration Team. 

The Role

Principal accountabilities of the Receptionist role include: 

• Meeting and greeting all guests, ensuring they receive a warm welcome.
• Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of the reception area.
• Efficiently report any cleaning, maintenance, IT or H&S concerns.
• Answer all internal and external telephone calls in a timely, professional and friendly manner, and forward messages where necessary.
• Assist others with general administration, typing reports, letters and ordering stationery.
• Ensuring post is sent daily.

Experience, Qualifications and Skills 

Essential Experience:

• Recent experience of working as a Receptionist

Qualifications and Training:

• GCSE Maths and English – Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)

Skills and Aptitude:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisation and administration skills, including good attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, remaining focused and motivated,
• Ability to remain calm whilst under pressure. 
• Proficient IT skills along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems
• Committed to diversity and inclusion. 

The Role and Working Conditions

• Shifts as follows:
  • Monday & Tuesday 8:00am - 17:00pm
  • Wednesday & Thursday 9:00am - 18:00pm
  • Friday 9:00am - 17:30pm
• Open to Job Share

In return we can offer you:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual bonus
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance