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Chelmsford Manor Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built luxury care home located on Galleywood Road in the vibrant city of Chelmsford. Opening in 2026, the home has been thoughtfully designed to provide exceptional residential, dementia, nursing and respite care in an environment where comfort, dignity and independence are at the heart of everyday life. Every detail has been carefully considered to create a welcoming home, combining elegant surroundings, innovative technology and compassionate, person-centred care to ensure residents receive the highest standards of support.
Situated within easy reach of Chelmsford city centre and surrounded by the beautiful Essex countryside, Chelmsford Manor offers the perfect balance of tranquillity and convenience. The home will feature bright, contemporary living spaces, beautifully landscaped gardens, stylish communal lounges and a range of luxury amenities designed to encourage social connection, wellbeing and meaningful experiences. As part of the local community, Chelmsford Manor will provide residents with a place where they can continue to live fulfilling lives while enjoying the reassurance of expert care delivered by a dedicated and passionate team.
We are seeking to appoint a kind, caring and organised Receptionist join our team. To provide an efficient receptionist service ensuring that residents, guests and all visitors to the home are treated courteously and efficiently at all times. We have 2 x 26.25 hours contract available with an hourly rate of £13.50! Shift times are 0900-1700, with alternate weekend working.
The home is due to open October 2026
Role Responsibilities:
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Provision of an inviting and welcoming reception service to visitors, ensuring security is maintained at all times, including the maintenance of the visitors signing in records.
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Deal with prospective residents and their families who are enquiring about the home and show prospective residents and their families/carers around the home.
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Provide a receptionist service including answering telephone calls, dealing with enquiries and transferring calls to the appropriate department or person.
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To provide support to the Home Administrator as and when required.
Skills and experience required:
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A welcoming and approachable attitude is essential.
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A well organised approach, maintaining a tidy environment and a helpful attitude are essential.
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The ability to build positive relationships with residents, relatives, staff and other visitors to the home is essential.
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Good time management skills are essential.
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Ability to work as part of a team to make sure the administration and receptionist department runs smoothly is essential.
The Benefits
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Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles
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5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
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Paid DBS
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Uniform provided
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Paid training
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Refer a friend referral scheme, for the following roles only – Registered Nurse, Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant and Care Assistant
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Excellent induction programme for new starters
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A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company
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Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
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A competitive rate of pay
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Cycle to work scheme
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Wellbeing programmes
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Recognition awards – employee of the month and golden tickets
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Ongoing career development
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Travel plan – walk or ride a bike and get a free meal that day
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Pension scheme
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EarlyPay- access to your money as you earn (pay advance)
About Lovett Care
At Lovett, we believe our elders deserve more. Not out of duty or pity, but because they've earned it, and because the good life doesn't stop at 80, 90, or 100. We believe in more…More dignity in everyday care. More respect in every interaction. More friendship, joy, and belonging. More moments that matter. Our homes aren't waiting rooms. They're communities where people thrive, where days are full of possibility, voices are heard, and the wonder of people shines through in every conversation, every shared meal, every burst of laughter down the hall. When you choose Lovett, you're choosing a place that sees your loved one as we see our own elders: as people who still have everything to give, and everything to gain. We are Lovett. We believe in more for our elders.
This position is subject to a DBS check
