Relief Receptionist (Temp Pool)

How2Apply Talent Network
Montague Gardens, Western Cape
Temporary
Posted 7 hours ago
Temporary Admin & Office Support
R8 750 – R11 250/month
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Job Description

Phones, visitors and bookings all come through you at this private school in Montague Gardens. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

This post is Montague Gardens-based, with most of your time spent at a private school.

The work, day to day

  • Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
  • Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
  • Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
  • Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.
  • Order stationery and cleaning supplies and check deliveries.
  • Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.

What you need

  • At least 1 year on reception or a front desk
  • Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
  • A warm, clear phone manner in English
  • Discreet with confidential information
  • Well presented, punctual and organised
  • You can juggle a ringing phone and a waiting visitor at once

Helpful, not essential

  • Medical billing or practice software experience
  • A secretarial or office administration certificate
  • Typing speed above 40 wpm

What you get

  • Normal office hours, Monday to Friday
  • Safe, secure parking
  • Annual bonus (13th cheque) at many practices
  • Paid study leave for office admin courses

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified copy of your matric certificate, a neat CV with two references plus certified copy of your ID.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Montague Gardens; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

  • Your CV is your first test of neatness, so keep it one or two pages, one font and no spelling errors.
  • Answer the recruiter's call the way you would answer at work: greeting, your name and a smile in your voice.

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Job details
SalaryR8 750 – R11 250/month
Job TypeTemporary
LocationMontague Gardens, Western Cape
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience2+ years
Posted10 November 2026
Closing Date13 December 2026
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