Host/Hostess
Contract: Banking
Location: Edinburgh, EH2 4LH
Hours of work: 42
Working Pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off, covering day and night shifts
Contract Type: Permanent
Hourly Rate: £13.45
We are seeking a Workplace Host to work on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern covering both days and nights, with an added shift allowance. This role is a hybrid position combining Reception, Security, and Workplace Ambassador responsibilities.
We are looking for the right person rather than the right CV. While previous reception or security experience would be advantageous, it is not essential, as full training will be provided to someone with the right attitude and approach.
The Role
1. Act as the first point of contact for visitors and colleagues
2. Deliver a friendly, helpful, and professional front-of-house presence
3. Support basic reception duties as part of the hybrid role
4. Carry out security-related tasks in line with site requirements
5. Promote a welcoming and positive workplace environment
6. Communicate effectively with people at all levels
7. Use basic IT systems as required for the role
8. Maintain a proactive, can-do approach during all shifts
About You
9. Friendly and approachable with a strong people focus
10. Helpful attitude with a willingness to support others
11. A natural people person with good communication skills
12. Basic IT skills essential
13. Previous reception or security experience advantageous but not essential
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger, #aplacetobeyou,
#facilitiesmanagement
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.