Temporary

Receptionist

Pertemps CSW Resource Team

Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5BD

£13.99 per hour

Posted: 23 June 2026 (3 days ago)

Closing date: 23 July 2026

Ref: 179102216

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About the Role

A Receptionist is required for an 8-week temporary assignment at Amersham Crematorium in Amersham, HP7 0ND, offering £13.99 per hour. This full-time role operates Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, with free on-site parking and potential for a permanent position. Working for Buckinghamshire Council via Pertemps, you will be the first point of contact for funeral directors, bereaved families, and visitors. Key responsibilities include providing administrative support, welcoming guests, and handling enquiries with professionalism and empathy. Strong organisational abilities and customer service experience are essential for this sensitive position.

Buckinghamshire Council | Amersham Crematorium
Grade 2 | Full-Time | 8-Week Temporary Assignment (Potential Temp-to-Perm)
Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Amersham, HP7 0ND (Free On-Site Parking)
Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council for a compassionate and organised Bereavement Support Officer to join the team at Amersham Crematorium.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with strong administrative and customer service experience who can provide professional and empathetic support to bereaved families during a sensitive time.
The Role
- Working within a busy crematorium environment, you will provide administrative and reception support, acting as a key point of contact for funeral directors, bereaved families and members of the public.
- Welcoming visitors and providing reception cover
- Supporting bereaved families with sensitivity and professionalism
- Processing cremation and funeral documentation
- Liaising with funeral directors and stakeholders via email, telephone and face-to-face
- Data entry, scanning and maintaining accurate records
- Responding to customer enquiries and correspondence
- Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties
- The crematorium facilitates approximately 4,000 cremations each year, making this a varied and busy role where excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.
About You
- Previous administration experience within a busy office environment
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent verbal and written English
- The ability to communicate with empathy and professionalism
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
- Confidence using computer systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience dealing with sensitive situations or vulnerable customers would be advantageous