Overview
Receptionist (Wednesday, part-time). 4.30 hours per week: Wednesdays 09:15 – 13:45. Location: Look Out Discovery Centre. Employer: Bracknell Forest Council.
About You
You will be enthusiastic and reliable with the ability and willingness to work flexibly. You will have a strong commitment to customer service, confident to engage with visitors of all ages and backgrounds, and able to contribute to a welcoming and positive experience for everyone.
About The Team
We care about our visitors and aim to provide great customer service. Our reception team helps ensure visitors enjoy their day out, interacting with a varied customer base to make their visit fun, enjoyable, clean, and safe.
Key Responsibilities
* Sell and display stock, serve and demonstrate goods to customers, use the till and cashing up.
* Maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the gift shop and reception, promoting a quality service to the public.
* Promote an excellent image of the centre and its staff at all times.
* Work effectively as a member of a team.
* Understand other job roles within the centre and provide cover when required.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the option to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days (pro rata for part-time).
* Local government pension scheme with life insurance cover.
* Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for health and wellbeing.
* Inclusive and social working environment with staff networks and a sports and social club.
Additional Information
Reasonable adjustments for the application process available on request. If you require adjustments, contact recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. Interviews will be held the week commencing 16 September 2025 and will be in person.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Please submit your application promptly. AI is prohibited during the interview.
How to Apply
Please apply online via the provided link. Note: CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form will not be accepted.
Contact
Julia Inglis-Taylor, Exhibition Manager
Tel: 01344 354436
Eligibility
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Sponsorship for work eligibility is case-by-case and subject to budget and criteria. No agencies.
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