Receptionist

Pertemps · Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Receptionist at Pertemps, based in Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, paying £14.19 per hour. This is a contract role.

Salary
£14.19 per hour
Location
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Contract
Contract
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
22 Aug 2026
Sector
Receptionist

5% below the typical rate for receptionist

Reference 0821687954

About the role

Receptionist 

📍 Location: Edinburgh - EH1 2JY
💷 Pay Rate: £14.19 per hour
📅 Start Date: ASAP
📄 Contract Length: 8 Weeks - possible extension
Shift Pattern
  • Hours between 8am and 8pm
    • 5 days out of 7
    • Weekend work included
We are currently recruiting for a reliable and customer-focused Reception Assistant to join a busy residential/site team in Edinburgh. This is a varied role suited to someone who is confident dealing with people, flexible with shift work, and comfortable responding to on-site issues when required.

Full training will be provided for all compliance and safety-related duties.

Main Duties
  • General reception desk duties
    • Welcoming visitors and contractors to site
    • Maintaining sign in/sign out logs
    • Resolving door lock issues when required (full training provided)
    • Responding to fire alarms if required (full training provided)
    • Conducting Means of Escape walks to ensure fire exits remain clear
    • Ad hoc cleaning and tidying duties around the property
What We’re Looking For
  • Strong customer service skills
    • Reliable and professional approach
    • Comfortable working shifts and weekends
    • Confident responding to emergency situations when required
    • Ability to work independently and use initiative
If you are available immediately and looking for a short-term opportunity with competitive pay, apply now.

Reference: 0821687954 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 22 Aug 2026 · Listed via Pertemps

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