How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
We’re looking for a friendly, organised, and customer-focused Receptionist to join us. We’re driven by a clear purpose: to build real communities that enhance our residents' lives every single day. If you’re seeking a role where people, service, and community come first, there’s a place for you at Inspired Villages.
At Inspired Villages, our Receptionists are the welcoming face of our communities, creating a warm and professional first impression for residents, visitors, and guests. You’ll play a vital role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the village, providing helpful information, outstanding customer service, and a reassuring presence at the heart of village life.
By joining Inspired Villages, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven environment where your contribution truly makes a difference every day.
The Role
- Delivering full reception duties, meeting and greeting residents, visitors, and guests in a friendly, professional, and efficient manner
- Acting as a central point of information, providing helpful and accurate guidance to residents and visitors
- Coordinating prompt responses from colleagues and approved contractors through effective communication and follow-up
- Maintaining a clean, tidy, and welcoming reception area at all times
- Ensuring all notices, displays, and information are accurate, up to date, and relevant to the business
- Answering incoming calls, identifying the nature of enquiries, and directing callers appropriately and professionally
- Managing room booking systems, ensuring all bookings are accurately recorded and kept up to date
- Supporting the Office Manager with general administrative duties as required
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience in a customer-focused role, ideally within an office or reception environment
- Confident IT skills, with working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint desirable)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a friendly and professional approach
The Benefits
- Bupa Health Cashplan (including employee assistance program)
- Life Assurance at x4 your annual salary
- 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rated to your contracted working hours)
- Holiday buying scheme (up to a week's extra leave)
- Big birthdays off (those ending in a 0)
- 5% matched pension scheme
- Retail discounts on a variety of outlets
- Access to SMART tech
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Wellbeing hub and resources; including discounts related to wellbeing interventions
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric car scheme
- Working in an incredible workspace, with a gym, social areas, and parking.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
At Inspired Villages, we invite everyone, regardless of background, to join our thriving community. Here, you'll be included, involved, and inspired to contribute your unique talents. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where uniqueness is celebrated and you’re inspired to be your best, every day.
More enjoyment. More satisfaction. More like one big family. If you’re looking for a career that means more and gives you more, hit that apply button!
#GAP
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills