Volunteer Receptionist
The closing date is 30 March 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has come available for a Volunteer Receptionist to undertake reception-related duties, which will include welcoming visitors to the Grounded Research Hub, taking receipt of deliveries and answering telephone queries. There will be some additional administrative tasks to help the effective running of the building and helping members of the team as requested.
The volunteer will be a key point of contact for anyone either visiting or phoning Grounded Research and will be an integral part of the team.
Main duties of the job
The volunteer is required to work within the list of tasks identified as follows:
General reception duties, to include: welcoming all visitors to the building, making refreshments, answering the phone, and accepting deliveries to the building.
Setting up the meeting room as required for bookings
Checking stocks of stationery and kitchen supplies
Photocopying
Helping to complete daily building checks as directed e.g. fire, water outlets
Help administering the Grounded Research electronic diary
Maintain a clean and tidy working environment for the reception office, kitchen area and other areas as required
Filing
Supporting the Research Delivery Team as required, e.g. printing and collation of research information packs, helping to put together study materials and other equipment for staff to take to conferences/events
Tasks to be undertaken will be agreed with the volunteer subject to hours being worked and based on previous experience. Volunteers will be trained in local processes to help with their role.
Note: this is not a clinical research role.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
Date posted
10 March 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience N/A Volunteer
Contract
Voluntary
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
376-VOL-0118
Job locations
Bungalow 2
Tickhill Road Hospital site, Tickhill Road
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Bungalow 2
Tickhill Road Hospital site, Tickhill Road
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
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