University of Cambridge
Receptionist (Part Time)
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The Department of Chemistry is looking to recruit a friendly and enthusiastic new Receptionist
This is a key role in the Department as you will be the first point of contact for staff, students, and visitors in a very large, busy reception office, covering a varied and vast number of duties. This includes providing postal, courier, administrative service, and assist with the Mifare security system as required.
The successful applicant will have:
- GCSE's in English and Mathematics
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent level of practical experience
- Computer literacy
- Ability to communicate clearly with others
- Ability to use your own initiative
- Ability to keep calm under pressure
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Self-confidence
- Ability to deal with a wide range of people at all levels with tact and diplomacy
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This is a part-time role working Monday-Friday, 8am to 1pm.
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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Department holds an Athena SWAN silver award for women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine.
The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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