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Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. Receptionist
The closing date is 10 September 2026
Job summary
Maternity cover At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Receptionist at Merlin Court Care Home in Marlborough, Wiltshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as a receptionist will be to offer professional, high quality customer service as first point of contact within the home as well as providing a range of administrative services. Other responsibilities will include: Answering the telephone and responding to enquiries at reception, redirecting calls to relevant staff and recording messages accordingly. Completing reception-related administration, maintaining databases, and providing administrative assistance as required by the General Manager. Maintaining the general tidiness of the reception area, liaising with Housekeeping to ensure standards are maintained.
Main duties of the job
As a receptionist at Avery Healthcare, your primary focus will be to offer professional, high-quality customer service and act as the first point of contact within the care home. You will be responsible for answering telephone inquiries, redirecting calls to relevant staff, and recording messages. Additional duties include handling reception-related administrative tasks, maintaining databases, and providing administrative assistance to the General Manager when needed. The role also involves ensuring the tidiness of the reception area and working closely with the Housekeeping team to maintain required standards. The position is designed to support and celebrate the individuals dedicated to caring for the homes residents.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury care homes, offering exceptional care across a network of over 100 homes. With a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery is passionate about enriching the later years of life for residents and creating meaningful experiences for both residents and team members. Employees are valued and empowered through a supportive and inspiring work environment. The company emphasizes the importance of respect, compassion, and commitment to exceptional care. Avery is a preferred choice for both residents and employees due to its dedication to creating a positive impact on residents' lives every day.
Details
Date posted
22 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.72 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1540189884
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Marlborough
SN8 1JR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Maternity cover
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Receptionist at Merlin Court Care Home in Marlborough, Wiltshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as a receptionist will be to offer professional, high quality customer service as first point of contact within the home as well as providing a range of administrative services.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude:
- Answering the telephone and responding to enquiries at reception, redirecting calls to relevant staff and recording messages accordingly.
- Completingreception-related administration,maintainingdatabases,and providing administrativeassistanceas required by the General Manager.
- Maintainingthe general tidiness of the reception area, liaising with Housekeeping to ensure standards aremaintained.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidatemust:
- Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Be confident in using computers.
- Have a positive,friendly,and welcoming attitude.
- Havepreviousexposure to problem-solving and client complaints.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
- ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Maternity cover
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Receptionist at Merlin Court Care Home in Marlborough, Wiltshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as a receptionist will be to offer professional, high quality customer service as first point of contact within the home as well as providing a range of administrative services.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude:
- Answering the telephone and responding to enquiries at reception, redirecting calls to relevant staff and recording messages accordingly.
- Completingreception-related administration,maintainingdatabases,and providing administrativeassistanceas required by the General Manager.
- Maintainingthe general tidiness of the reception area, liaising with Housekeeping to ensure standards aremaintained.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidatemust:
- Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Be confident in using computers.
- Have a positive,friendly,and welcoming attitude.
- Havepreviousexposure to problem-solving and client complaints.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
- ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To be successful in this role, candidates must exhibit excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be confident in using computers. The ideal candidate should possess a positive, friendly, and welcoming attitude. Experience with problem-solving and handling client complaints is also required. Living by the values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable is essential for the role.
Qualifications
Essential
- To be successful in this role, candidates must exhibit excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be confident in using computers. The ideal candidate should possess a positive, friendly, and welcoming attitude. Experience with problem-solving and handling client complaints is also required. Living by the values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable is essential for the role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Marlborough
SN8 1JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Marlborough
SN8 1JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
Avery Healthcare
Details
Date posted
22 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.72 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1540189884
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Marlborough
SN8 1JR
United Kingdom
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