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Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 29970
Job summary
Little St Johns Surgery are looking for a Receptionist to join our busy team in Woodbridge. You will need to be flexible, highly motivated and friendly with an excellent eye for detail.
The post offers 22 hours per week as follows:
Monday 13:00 19:00
Tuesday 08:00 to 13:00
Thursday 13:00 to 19:00
Friday 08:00 to 13:00
*Plus occasional Saturday mornings and cover for holidays and sickness as required. Any employment offer will be subject to a full DBS check and references.
Main duties of the job
- Handle all telephone and general enquiries in a professional manner
- Make appointments for patients in accordance with practice protocols
- Ensure that messages and requests for visits are recorded and that the appropriate doctor or team members
- Ensure that any tasks requested by the clinical team are carried out
- Liaise with hospital and community staff
- Administrative duties
About us
Little St John's Surgery are a busy GP practice located in the heart of Woodbridge, Suffolk. We are a:
- A friendly and supportive team.
- Training and development opportunities.
- A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to patient care.
Details
Date posted
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience - depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
29970
Job locations
7 Little St John's Street
Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP12 1EE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients and colleagues at all times.
- Experience of working with the general public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Strong IT and administration skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Previous medical or healthcare receptionist experience is desirable.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients and colleagues at all times.
- Experience of working with the general public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Strong IT and administration skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Previous medical or healthcare receptionist experience is desirable.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Primary Care Careers
Address
7 Little St John's Street
Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP12 1EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Primary Care Careers
Address
7 Little St John's Street
Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP12 1EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)