Receptionist
Sparsholt CollegeThe Breakroom Take
About Sparsholt College
Sparsholt College providers further and higher education courses. The campuses are based in Hampshire.
Job description from Sparsholt College
Receptionist Salary: Up to £12,349 per annum (dependent upon qualifications, skills and experience) Working Pattern: Part-time (22 hours per week, 38 weeks per year) Location: Sparsholt Campus, Winchester Closing Date: 11th August 2026 Sparsholt College has an exciting opportunity for an organised and motivated individual to join our team as a Receptionist, providing comprehensive administrative support to our curriculum areas and contributing to the smooth and efficient running of the department.As the first point of contact for the college, this role is central to creating a welcoming, professional and efficient experience for students, staff and visitors. You will provide a courteous front-of-house and telephone service, ensuring every interaction reflects the high standards of the college community.The role entails operating digital phones/switchboard, a central radio system, a postal franking machine along with using various databases and maintaining manual and electronic records. Full training will be provided.The successful applicant will: • Have demonstrable experience of working in a busy frontline environment.• Possess a strong customer focus along with a "can-do" attitude.• Have excellent communication skills.• Be competent in the use of the full range of Microsoft applications (word/excel/outlook and calendar)• Have good organisation and team-working skills.• Possess GCSE English and Maths at level C/4 or above or equivalent.Why Join Us? At Sparsholt College, you'll work within a stunning rural campus set in beautiful Hampshire countryside. With open green spaces, specialist land-based facilities and a peaceful natural setting, Sparsholt offers an inspiring environment to build your career. You'll benefit from:- A friendly, collaborative team that values efficiency, communication and shared success- A peaceful, spacious campus setting- A role with real impact, helping students achieve their qualifications and progress to the next stage of their education or career College Benefits: • Eligibility to join the NEST pension scheme (defined contribution pension scheme)• Free on-site parking • Occupational Sick Pay & Maternity Pay schemes • Flexible Working Policy • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme • Free on-campus gym at Sparsholt Campus • Opportunity to purchase Sparsholt-grown produce: plants, fresh fruit & veg, fish, and game • Discounted hair treatments at the Andover campus salon • Wide range of CPD events, plus support with professional qualifications Join us in making a difference! Make a real difference every day - help students grow, thrive, and reach their potential! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
Job insights from Breakroom
Receptionists
Receptionists are the first point of contact for visitors to hotels or businesses
What you’ll do as a receptionist:
- Checking or signing people in
- Deal with customers or guests
- Helping customers with general questions
- Manage and take bookings for rooms etc
- Answer questions both in person and over the phone
- Take payments and provide invoices
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Sitting
- Dealing with customers
- Using a computer
- Anti-social hours
- Wearing a uniform
What employees say
Pay
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Most people aren’t paid a living wage
Do Sparsholt College pay a living wage?
Most people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
80% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £13.45 per hour, and £14.80 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do workers at Sparsholt College get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
60% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Hard to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Sparsholt College?
Most people find it hard to book holiday.
How we know this
80% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Sparsholt College?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
60% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Needs improving
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Most people don’t feel treated with respect
Do people at Sparsholt College feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
80% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Sparsholt College get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
40% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Sparsholt College?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
80% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Sparsholt College recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Sparsholt College?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 80% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Sparsholt College is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
80% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and January 2026.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Sparsholt College employees say about their job
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Best thing
The difference I make to students.
Worst thing
Lack of progression available.
Report this reviewLearning support assistant at Sparsholt College, May 2022
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