Receptionist - Newcastle Hospice

Be the welcoming face of our hospice as a Volunteer Receptionist where your kindness and support will make a difference

As a volunteer, you will:

  • Greet visitors warmly and professionally
  • Receive postal deliveries
  • Forward messages, notices or requests
  • Answer phone calls
  • Keep the reception area clean and tidy.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient details and records
  • Assist with other tasks as required.

Your contribution will assist in streamlining daily duties to allow the hospice to operate smoothly, making a real difference for those in our care and the staff that support them.

Availability: Weekday evenings Time: 16:30 - 19:00

Criteria:

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • A Criminal Record Check is required for this opportunity - Marie Curie will cover the cost of this.

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Volunteer - Receptionist - Newcastle Hospice - Marie Curie - Volunteers Careers


Skills

  • Friendly, reliable and a positive attitude
  • Courteous and helpful manner
  • Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life
  • Good at using computer programs - Email, Word and Excel
  • Good communication and organisational skills
  • Team spirit – enjoy contributing to a positive team dynamic

Details

  • Accessibility
    Limited disabled access to the reception desk.
  • Age restrictions
    18+ only
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Volunteer expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our policy
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
    Please note training is a combination of online & face to face in the hospice.
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 19/03/2026

End Date: 03/11/2027

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No

Availability Details

evenings from 4:30pm to 6:30pm


Location

Marie Curie Hospice Newcastle
Marie Curie Drive
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 6SS

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