ABOUT THE ROLE. As a Receptionist at a Barchester care home, you’ll provide the warm welcome that helps to make sure every resident and visitor feels at home with us. As the first point of contact for almost everyone who comes to the home, you’ll have a vitally important part to play in creating a positive and friendly environment. The role of Receptionist with us is very varied. You can expect to answer phone calls, greet visitors, manage the reception area and show prospective residents and their families around. We might also need you to carry out some administrative tasks, like typing, photocopying and filing. . ABOUT YOU. You’ll need to be professional, caring, courteous and well organised to join us as a Receptionist. You’ll take a real interest in our residents and go out of your way to make every visitor feel at home. No formal qualifications are required but you will need a good telephone manner and strong communication skills.. REWARDS PACKAGE. As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:. Free learning and development. Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme. A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts. Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme. If you’d like to use your administration and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.