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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Part-Time Receptionist at Ashmere Derbyshire Ltd’s Heanor Park Care Home working 12 hours per week.

About The Role

Heanor Park is a 60 bedded care home consisting of residential rooms, and a dementia household.

As a Weekend Night Time Receptionist at Heanor Park, it will be Saturday cover only plus holiday cover when needed . Please do not apply if you are not able to do this.

Your main responsibilities will be to meet and greet visitors into to the home and to answer calls coming into the home, minute taking, and general administration for the home as requested by the home management team. You will also be responsible for the fire panel and procedure within the home.

You will be required to liaise with both residents and relatives arranging family and friend visitation as well as dealing with queries from doctors’ surgeries and other health professionals.

You will be expected to deal with calls regarding enquires about the home and be confident in conducting show-rounds of the home to potential residents and their families.

We are looking for someone with customer facing experience and who has a passion for providing an excellent service, is highly organised and looking for a challenge in a busy role.

As well as the above we also have :

  • Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony
  • Discretionary Attendance Bonus (so you get paid to come to work!)
  • Eligible for Blue Light Card subscription.
  • Refer a Friend Scheme (which can earn you up to £200!)
  • Pension
  • Ongoing Training and Development
  • Staff Incentives
  • Enhanced rate of pay for bank holidays!
  • A fantastic employee wellbeing programme

If you believe you have the right skills and attributes for this role, we’d love to hear from you!

Please fill out the application form using the link below:

https://form.jotform.com/243193053995363

Don’t miss the chance to be part of something great—apply today or contact for more information!

Required Criteria

Receptionist Experience

    Skills Needed

    About The Company

    At Ashmere, we’ve been supporting communities in Derbyshire for three generations with a proud heritage in elder care. Across our seven care homes, we deliver a full range of services including residential care, nursing, dementia support, complex continuing health care, and end-of-life care — even providing a dedicated household for Deaf and hard-of-hearing residents cared for by BSL-fluent staff. We tailor care plans around each individual, offering 24-hour support, nutritious meals, meaningful social and therapeutic activities, and a warm home-like atmosphere.

    Our mission is simple: to offer care as if our residents were family — ensuring comfort, respect, and quality of life every day.

    Company Culture

    At Ashmere, our culture is rooted in kindness, family values and genuine teamwork. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people, which is why we invest in staff who share our commitment to compassion, dignity and openness. We encourage collaboration, continuous learning and honest communication throughout all our homes. Whether someone works in care, catering, housekeeping or management, every role is respected and appreciated. Our aim is to create a workplace where colleagues feel supported, trusted and proud of the difference they make.

    Company Benefits

    When you join Ashmere, you receive full induction training, regular refresher training and ongoing professional development. We provide uniforms, pay for your DBS checks, and offer clear progression opportunities for those who want to develop their career in care. Our homes are friendly, supportive and well-equipped, helping you deliver the best possible care with confidence. We offer stable employment, a warm team environment and the chance to make a meaningful, positive impact every single day.

    Vacation, Paid time off, Referral bonus, Long service recognition, Social Opportunities, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events

    Salary

    £15.00 per hour

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