Receptionists for hire in Bedford

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    670

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    11%
    Organisational Skills
    10%
    Customer Service
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    64%
    Vocational or technical training
    20%
    Bachelor's degree
    11%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    40%
    1-2 years
    20%
    6-10 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Accor
    • Hilton Hotels
    • Honeywell
  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    57%
    2-5 years
    29%
    Less than a year
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 670 profiles for Receptionists in Bedford

Last updated: 1 Nov 2026

Receptionist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Bedford: £26,210 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £25,420 – £28,311 yearly
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*Indeed data (GB)

  • Receptionist/Lifeguard and Swimming Teacher

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid at WorkNPLQFirst Aid CertificationSwimmingFirst Aid at Work CertificateFood Hygiene Certificate+2 more

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipCustomer ServiceAdministrative ExperienceCash Handling
  • Qualified Dental Nurse/Receptionist

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    Driving LicenceGDC

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsTime ManagementDental AssistingDental ReceptionistFront Desk
  • Recruitment Consultant

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    SystmoneFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationCare Certificate

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganisational SkillsCommunication SkillsDriving LicenceTechnical AptitudeSystmone
  • Customer Service Representative

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving Licence

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsTime ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceFront DeskHospitalityTable Service Guest Greeting
  • School Attendance Officer

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    MarketingCustomer ServiceDriving LicenceSales

    Skills

    Communication SkillsCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareSystmone
  • Receptionist/Administration

    Bedford

    Licenses & certifications

    CybersecurityFire Safety

    Skills

    Communication SkillsCustomer ServiceComputer LiteracyEmail SoftwareITComputer Skills

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What's the average time to fill a receptionist role?

The average time to fill a receptionist role is 42 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do receptionists tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a receptionist include: communication skills, organisational skills and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for receptionists?

Common licenses or certifications for receptionists include: Driving Licence, First Aid Certification and First Aid.

What are some job titles related to receptionists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to receptionists include: customer service representative, school attendance officer and receptionist/lifeguard and swimming teacher.

What level of education is common for a receptionist?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a receptionist in Bedford, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a receptionist?

Most receptionists have 9 years of professional experience.

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