Sports Centre

Location:  Lincoln
Salary:   From £17,942 per annum
This post is full time and permanent at 37 hours per week
Closing Date:   Friday 24 January 2020
Interview Date:   Wednesday 12 February 2020

The University of Lincoln is looking to appoint a highly motivated Receptionist to join our team based in the Sports and Fitness Centre which is situated on our Brayford Pool Campus. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual to join a high profile, professional organisation with excellent opportunities to grow and develop.

Roles and responsibilities will include taking bookings by telephone or in person, collection and reconciliation of monies on reception whilst on duty, dealing with enquiries, directing users, issuing hire equipment, dealing with membership enquiries and issuing membership cards. Checking the validity of users and dealing with lost property.

Candidates should have an excellent telephone manner and have some previous experience working with computer-booking systems, and the ability to work calmly and professionally when under pressure. Previous experience of working in a similar client-focused role, especially in a sporting environment, is essential, together with evidence of managing cash-handling/reconciliation processes. A first aid qualification is desirable.

The role is key to ensuring a first class and seamless experience for our student and staff members.  Excellent communication and customer care skills, together with a pro-active approach to tasks and attention to detail are therefore essential.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Laura White (Customer Service Manager), tel: 01522 886688 or email lawhite@lincoln.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

This position does not fulfil the UK Visas & Immigration sponsorship criteria for Tier 2.