*The closing date for this position is the 27 th February 2026* Receptionist/Cashier Cecil Street, Newry BT35 Temporary (Approx 7 weeks) £14.52 per hour 18 hours per week Main Purpose To provide a welcoming and positive first point of contact for callers at Councils Recreational Facilities, be responsible for handling cash payments and provide efficient administrative support. Main Roles and Responsibilities 1. General reception duties, including the operation of a switchboard and dealing with all enquiries from the public/visitors to Newry Mourne and Down District Council facilities and directing all callers appropriately. 2. Dealing with general information queries where possible and directing calls to officers or other agencies as appropriate. 3. Responsibility for carrying out a full range of administrative duties including typing, filing, faxing, photocopying, and using a full range of Microsoft office applications. 4. Arranging and maintaining computerised and manual filing systems. 5. Assisting in the preparation of reports regarding Newry Mourne and Down District Council facilities. 6. Cash handling duties and associated paperwork including receipt of payments, operation of cash system and the safe keeping and lodgement of such monies in accordance with Council procedures. 7. Day to day responsibility for computerised booking systems and diaries for bookings, including carrying out any necessary follow up actions regarding booking requirements. 8. Responsibility for instructing clients to seek insurance for hire of rooms/buildings, and the checking of insurance documents. 9. Assisting with the promotion of Newry Mourne and Down District Council and ensuring the display and upkeep of up to date promotional literature and notices related to the councils facilities. 10. Assisting with the administration of Quality Systems including document control, distribution and receipt of suggestion forms, complaint forms, customer comments and other related documentation. 11. Assisting with the supervision, security and housekeeping within the Reception Area and keeping a regular check on security monitors and security alarm doors. 12. Dealing with relevant suppliers and reporting faults, complaints etc and initiating appropriate response. 13. Providing staff cover for absences of other clerical/reception posts at Newry Mourne and Down District Council's facilities as and when required. 14. Working in conjunction with other staff in accordance with procedures in the event of an emergency. Leisure Services Receptionist / Cashier Duties and Responsibilities 15. Sorting and distribution of incoming and outgoing internal, external and electronic mail including use of postage books, franking machines and facsimile machines. 16. Responsible for keeping a detailed and up-to-date records of Hire Equipment Stock, and Lost Property, and for informing Management of requirements. Essential Criteria: (Please note that Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd require original certificates as proof of all qualifications listed on CV) 1.1 – Five GCSE passes at Grade A-C or NVQ Level 2 in administration (or equivalent). 1.2 – One year’s experience in a customer service environment or receptionist post. Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1.1, they must demonstrate a minimum of three years’ experience as outlined in 1.2. 1.3 – A working knowledge of computer packages to include Microsoft Word and Excel 1.4- Previous cash handling experience Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and a Corporate Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd adheres to all current employment legislation. We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date, should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please send your CV as early as possible. Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted. Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd regardless if you already have a valid certificate. It will be a cost of between £16 - £32 depending on clearance level.