Receptionists for hire in Wakefield
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Communication Skills11%Organisational Skills10%Customer Service9%Education level
High school diploma or GED61%Vocational or technical training27%Bachelor's degree9%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%6-10 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
NHSA&E ElectricalsB M HowarthTime at current job
1-2 years33%More than 5 years33%Less than a year17%
Browse Indeed's database of 728 profiles for Receptionists in Wakefield
Last updated: 24 Sept 2026
Receptionist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Wakefield: £25,420 yearly
- Typical salaries range from £25,420 – £28,060 yearly
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Wakefield
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Graphic DesignDigital MarketingSkills
Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceAdministrative Support ExperienceAdministrative ExperienceFront DeskA & E Receptionist
Leeds
Licenses & certifications
Word ProcessingCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceMicrosoft ExcelSpreadsheetsMicrosoft WordSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementAdministrative ExperienceCustomer ServiceData EntryRecord KeepingReceptionist
Wakefield
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Customer ServiceInterviewingTraining & DevelopmentSkills
Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsPhone EtiquetteTime ManagementNetworkingTask PrioritisationSupport Worker
Wakefield
Licenses & certifications
Car up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceSkills
Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsPhone EtiquetteTime ManagementMicrosoft WordWord ProcessingSupport Worker
Wakefield
Licenses & certifications
Safeguarding CertificationSafeguarding ProceduresComplaint HandlingConflict ManagementChild SafeguardingFood Safety+11 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsExperience Working with ChildrenMedication AdministrationMenu PlanningMeal PreparationReceptionist/Administrator
Ossett
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)UK GDPRFire SafetySkills
Organisational SkillsTime ManagementFront DeskComputer LiteracyAdministrative Support ExperienceEmail Software
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What's the average time to fill a receptionist role?
The average time to fill a receptionist role is 41 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, Car up to 3 5 Tonnes and NVQ.
What are some job titles related to receptionists?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to receptionists include: receptionist/administrator, support worker and a & e receptionist.
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 Wakefield, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a receptionist?
Most receptionists have 20 years of professional experience.
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