Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Temporary Receptionist - Holiday Cover

Part-time, Temporary

Temporary Receptionist - Holiday Cover
Edinburgh City Centre
8:45am - 3:00pm

13.00 per hour

Dates:
* Wednesday 24th June - Friday 10th July
* Monday 27th July - Tuesday 11th August

Are you a friendly face with a passion for customer service? We're on the lookout for a professional Temporary Receptionist to join our client's dynamic team in the heart of Edinburgh! This is your chance to shine in a bustling office environment while providing essential holiday cover.

Key Responsibilities:
* Welcome visitors with a warm smile and professional demeanour
* Answer and manage inbound calls
* Book and coordinate meeting rooms to keep things running smoothly
* Keep the reception area tidy and inviting
* Offer general administrative support as needed

About You:
* Previous reception or front of house experience
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Comfortable navigating phone systems and handling inquiries
* Highly organised, reliable and able to work independently

This role is perfect for someone available immediately and eager for a short-term opportunity. If you thrive in a lively atmosphere and enjoy making people feel welcome, we want to hear from you! Join us and be a vital part of our team during this exciting time.

Why Temp With Office Angels?
* Weekly pay
* 28 days paid annual leave (accrued weekly)
* Direct employment with Office Angels - we're always on hand to support you
* Access to high street discount vouchers
* Eye care vouchers and contributions towards glasses for VDU use
* Support with securing permanent roles and interview coaching
* Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)
* Statutory Sick Pay
* Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Don't miss out - apply today and let's get you started!

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Temporary Receptionist - Holiday Cover in Edinburgh vacancy
  • £22k - £25k per annumEstimated
     ...Department: Temporary Cover Receptionist Location: Edinburgh Cover Receptionist Edinburgh Salary: 14.24 Per Hour (including Holiday) Are you looking for a role where you work occasionally and could fit around study/family/own business. One which gives you the... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Hourly pay
    Flexible hours

    LAH Property Marketing

    Edinburgh
    14 days ago
  • £26k - £35k per annumEstimated
     ...We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced medical receptionist to apply for Medical Receptionist jobs in Edinburgh. The...  ...December 2026 Keywords : locum dentist jobs in Edinburgh, temporary dentist jobs, dental cover in Edinburgh For more jobs such as medical... 
    Temporary
    Hourly pay
    40 hours/week
    Full-time
    Locum
    Summer work
    On-site

    Locum Meds

    Edinburgh
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...Greeting Card Merchandiser you will work on an ad hoc basis supporting our existing team during busy seasonal periods and to help cover during holidays and absence. The role involves calling upon local retail outlets in and around your local area ensuring our customers displays... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Full-time
    Casual work
    Seasonal
    Edinburgh
    9 days ago
  • £13.35 per hour

     ...week Days: Monday & Friday Duration: This temporary role is expected to last until approx. September 2026. Benefits: Holiday Entitlement, Merchandiser Recognition...  ...highest standard. This is a temporary position to cover during busy seasonal periods however t he role... 
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Part-time
    Seasonal
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    UK Greetings

    Edinburgh
    12 days ago
  • £15 - £16 per hour

     ...the heart of every service. Our shifts cover corporate catering kitchens, office...  ...rate from £15 per hour, paid weekly. ~ Holiday accrual on every shift ~ Online availability...  ...tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Permanent
    On-site
    Shift work

    ASA Recruitment

    Edinburgh
    13 days ago
  •  ...our Team! We are excited to be recruiting a full-time Dental Receptionist to join our team at Fairmilehead Dental Practice.   Our practice...  ...house or getting married ~ Birthday day off ~ Service holidays ~ Optical care ~ Discounted dental treatments Fairmilehead... 
    Holiday work
    Full-time
    Immediate start

    Clyde Munro Dental Group

    Edinburgh
    12 days ago
  • £13.45 per hour

     ...Join ProCook as a Sales Advisor in a temporary capacity at our Edinburgh store! At ProCook,...  ...in Edinburgh in a temporary capacity to cover our busy summer period to the end of August...  ...Scheme. ~ Annual leave is 6.6 weeks per holiday year, including Bank Holidays. You will... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Hourly pay
    Part-time
    Summer work
    Rotating shifts

    ProCook

    Edinburgh
    26 days ago
  •  ...CPC training hours provided This is a temporary role for 12 weeks Do you want more local...  ...access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates ~ An exclusive deals and discounts...  ...Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family. ~ A great holiday package... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Weekly pay
    Shift work

    Booker

    Edinburgh
    4 days ago
  • £18.07k per annum

     ...of hard surface work Please don't forget to include your CV, a cover letter, and most importantly a link to your website or portfolio,...  ...if you don't supply us with any Benefits Excellent holiday package Regular social events A friendly, focused, ambitious... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Full-time
    Fixed-term contract
    Night shift
    Edinburgh
    1 day ago
  •  ...As a Maintenance Technician at Tesco covering Edinburgh you'll play a vital role in ensuring our stores remains a safe, functional, and...  ...out more! Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary. Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays).... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Full-time
    On-site
    Edinburgh
    1 day ago
  • £12.72 per hour

     ...individuals to join our team as General Airside Operative. This role will cover all aspects of our airside operation We will actively foster...  ...varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational requirements. First Call Aviation is a... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Immediate start
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Day shift
    Afternoon shift
    Early shift

    First Call Contract Services Ltd

    Edinburgh
    7 days ago
  • £50k - £65k per annumEstimated
     ...Revit, Amtech, Dialux or similar) What We Offer ~24 days holiday + publics ~7% pension ~ Yearly bonus ~ Private healthcare...  ...multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Full-time
    Interim
    Hybrid working
    Flexible hours
    Edinburgh
    6 days ago
  • £45.5k - £71.55k per annum

     ...participate in the specialist registrar duty rota. • Will share cover for absent colleagues on annual leave or study leave by prior...  ...between 09.00 and 18.00 weekdays and 09.00-12.00 weekends and public holidays approximately 1 week in 5. There will be the option of doing... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    40 hours/week
    Long-term contract
    Fixed-term contract
    Locum
    On-site
    Flexible hours
    Night shift
    Rotating shifts
    Weekend work
    Weekday work

    NHS Lothian

    Edinburgh
    3 days ago
  • £36.87k per annum

     ...employer contribution of 28% ~Annual Leave allowance of 25 days, rising by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days ~11.5 days for Public Holidays ~ Generous sick pay scheme and family leave policies. ~ Excellent training and development opportunities ~ Hybrid Working &... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Full-time
    Fixed-term contract
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Edinburgh
    14 days ago
  • £12.52k - £16.6k per annum

     ...We are Hiring! For a Maternity Cover, Primary School Teacher, 2-2.5 days a week (Mondays, Wednesdays, (and Thurs Mornings)) to cover until April/May 2027 with possibility of extension. Regius is an independent Christian school serving around 35 primary‑aged children (P1... 
    Temporary
    Part-time
    Fixed-term contract
    On-site
    Monday to Wednesday
    Flexible hours
    Day shift
    2 days/week

    Regius School

    Newcraighall, Edinburgh
    more than 2 months ago
  • £37k - £48k per annumEstimated
     ...communication and problem solving skills. Benefits ~33 days holiday including publics ~ Holiday buy/sell ~5% pension ~1 Paid...  ...-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Full-time
    Interim
    On-site
    Edinburgh
    13 days ago
  •  ...people at the level they deserve. ~31 days of annual leave, plus 4 public holidays which increases with tenure. ~ A competitive company pension scheme to help you save for the future. ~ Group Life Cover – you are automatically covered for three times your basic salary to... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Long-term contract
    Flexible hours

    RoslinCT

    Edinburgh
    a month ago
  • £43.04k - £49.23k per annum

     ...a flexible approach to your working hours. This post will be temporary until 31st December 2027. Work pattern: 35 hours per week -...  ...finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays*, and a wide range of benefits available to you, find out more... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Hourly pay
    Full-time
    Casual work
    Work from home
    Monday to Thursday
    Flexible hours

    North Lanarkshire Council

    Edinburgh
    6 days ago
  •  ...people at the level they deserve. ~31 days of annual leave, plus 4 public holidays which increases with tenure. ~ A competitive company pension scheme to help you save for the future. ~ Group Life Cover – you are automatically covered for three times your basic salary to... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Flexible hours

    RoslinCT

    Edinburgh
    2 days ago
  •  ...develop your career DX will provide the training and the opportunities! Competitive Rates of Pay Company Funded Health Cash Plan Holidays: 20 days increasing with length of service + bank holidays Long Service Recognition scheme Enhanced Maternity & Paternity... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Full-time
    Edinburgh
    6 days ago
  • £13.45 per hour

     ...us and submit your application. Please note, that along with your CV, you will need to answer some key questions and submit a tailored cover letter, clearly outlining why your skills and previous experiences are a perfect fit to what we are looking for – remember this is... 
    Temporary
    Hourly pay
    Permanent
    Full-time
    Seasonal
    No agency
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift
    Edinburgh
    13 days ago
  • £27.74k per annum

     ...leave, pro-rata (increasing to 30 days after 3 years) + 11.5 public holidays ~ Reimbursement for relevant professional subscriptions ~...  ...successful in this post, we will be looking for you to complete a cover letter which addresses: 1. Why you are interested in the post... 
    Holiday work
    Fixed-term contract
    Seasonal
    On-site
    Work from home
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work

    Historic Environment Scotland

    Edinburgh
    5 days ago
  • £14.82 per hour

     ...Hours: Part time – up to 6 hours a week (Weekends and School Holidays) Rate of Pay : £14.82 per hour Closing date: open...  ...How to Apply: Applications by CV and cover letter are accepted. Email a CV and covering letter including reference... 
    Holiday work
    Hourly pay
    Part-time
    Weekend work

    Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL)

    Edinburgh
    26 days ago
  • £13.28 per hour

     ...opportunities for this too and would still love to hear from you., Holiday starting at 20 days plus a personal day rising to 22 days after 1...  ...range of resources to support your mind, body, and life Life cover of five times your pay and an award-winning pension with matching... 
    Holiday work
    Permanent
    Part-time
    Seasonal
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Weekend work
    Colinton, Edinburgh
    8 days ago
  • £30.03k per annum

     ...balance. But you’ll get plenty of time to recharge with 38 days of holiday every year (including public holidays). And you can even buy...  ...!). We're also aware that some people might be experiencing temporary challenges because of life events, like menopause. We’re very used... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Full-time
    On-site
    Relocation
    Flexible hours
    Edinburgh
    13 days ago
  • £39k - £51k per annumEstimated
     ...Working on site, either on a visiting basis or in a full time but temporary role and including out of hours working Assuming the role of...  ...– Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to   ~ Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays  ~ Choices - Our flexible... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Full-time
    Part-time
    Hybrid working
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    Amey Ltd

    South Gyle, Edinburgh
    more than 2 months ago
  • £13.35 per hour

     ...Greeting Card Merchandiser you will work on an ad hoc basis supporting our existing team during busy seasonal periods and to help cover during holidays and absence. The role involves calling upon local retail outlets in and around your local area ensuring our customers displays... 
    Holiday work
    Permanent
    Part-time
    Casual work
    Seasonal
    Flexible hours

    UK Greetings

    Edinburgh
    10 days ago
  • £12.87 per hour

     ...are two positions associated with this listing. One role is a 15 hour per week contract and the other role is a 0-hour contract to cover holiday and sickness. The typical shifts will be: Monday: 9:00 am – 10:15 am and 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Supporting her to get... 
    Holiday work
    Hourly pay
    Part-time
    Zero hours contract
    Shift work
    Weekend work

    Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL)

    Edinburgh
    a month ago
  • £26.23k per annum

     ...professionals involved in their lives. Young people may be living in temporary accommodation, sofa surfing, in LinkLiving supported flats, be...  ...pay awards, subject to terms of the scheme ~35 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) pro rata plus additional... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Permanent
    Full-time
    On-site
    Immediate start
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    LinkLiving

    Edinburgh
    21 days ago
  •  ...system change, we support the global drive to net-zero, helping create a future-proof Infrastructure. + Competitive salary + Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles) + Flexible and Hybrid working... 
    Holiday work
    Temporary
    Hourly pay
    Long-term contract
    Full-time
    Part-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Remote
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours
    Edinburgh
    2 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Temporary Receptionist - Holiday Cover. Be the first to apply!