Temporary Adhoc Receptionist

Adhoc Temporary Receptionist Location: Edinburgh City Centre Hours: Monday to Friday, shifts typically between 9am - 5pm Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour We are recruiting on behalf of our clients for a professional and…

Pay rate £13/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 28 August 2026

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Adhoc Temporary Receptionist
Location: Edinburgh City Centre
Hours: Monday to Friday, shifts typically between 9am - 5pm
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour

We are recruiting on behalf of our clients for a professional and personable Receptionist to support their teams on an ongoing ad hoc temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking flexible work who enjoys front-of-house responsibilities and thrives in a busy, customer-facing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcoming visitors and maintaining a professional reception area
Handling incoming calls and directing enquiries appropriately
Managing meeting room bookings and ensuring rooms are prepared for visitors
Providing general administrative support and assisting with facilities coordination
Liaising professionally with internal teams and external contactsIdeal Candidate:

Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house, or customer service role
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Confident using Microsoft Office and other office systems
Friendly, professional and able to work independently
Flexible and available to cover shifts at short notice when requiredThis is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a variety of professional environments while enjoying the flexibility of temporary work. Assignments will be offered on an ongoing ad hoc basis, making this role ideal for candidates looking for flexible working opportunities.

By registering with Office Angels, you will benefit from the support of a dedicated and experienced recruitment consultant, access to a range of interview techniques, regular updates on the local employment market, and consistent feedback on all applications. This service is offered right through to the day you start your new role and beyond.

Why Temp with Office Angels?
Working as a temp is an ideal way of exploring different job roles and industries while maintaining control of your work/life balance. Benefits include:

Weekly pay
28 days paid annual leave (based on weekly accrual)
Direct employment with Office Angels, meaning we're always on hand to support you
Access to discount vouchers with many high street brands
Eye care vouchers and contributions towards VDU glasses where applicable
Support with finding permanent opportunities while on assignment
Pension scheme option with employer contributions
Statutory Sick Pay (subject to eligibility)
Access to a free, confidential employee assistance programme
Opportunities across our wider group of specialist recruitment businesses

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

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