Looking for a first step into the professional world? Nurture Brands is offering a YES4Youth Receptionist placement that starts soon, so you can gain real office experience right now.
What the opportunity is
The role is a contract position for a junior receptionist at the Nurture Brands office in Kuilsriver. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, handle telephone calls, manage meeting‑room bookings, sort mail and support basic administration tasks.
Who can apply (requirements and eligibility)
You must have:
- Grade 12 certificate
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Familiarity with a busy switchboard (or a willingness to learn)
- Basic awareness of Occupational Health & Safety and environmental standards
The role is suited to young people who are friendly, organised, reliable and motivated to learn.
What you gain (benefits and skills)
Working as a receptionist will help you develop:
- Professional communication and telephone etiquette
- Customer‑service confidence
- Time‑management and multitasking abilities
- Basic office administration and filing
- Experience that looks good on future CVs for admin, call‑centre or business‑operations jobs
How to apply (step‑by‑step)
- Prepare an up‑to‑date CV that highlights your Grade 12, any switchboard exposure, Microsoft Office skills and any volunteer or school projects involving communication.
- Gather the required documents: certified ID copy, Grade 12 certificate, any computer‑literacy or customer‑service certificates, proof of address (if asked), and references.
- Visit the official online application portal: official application page.
- Complete the form carefully, upload your CV and supporting documents, then submit.
- Keep a copy of the confirmation email for your records.
Tips to improve your chances
- Use a clear, simple layout for your CV. Include bullet points for skills such as “telephone handling” and “Microsoft Word – basic”.
- Write a short cover letter that explains why you enjoy helping people and want to learn front‑office work.
- Proofread for spelling and grammar errors – a tidy application shows professionalism.
- Make sure your contact number and email are correct; recruiters need to reach you quickly.
- If you have any volunteer experience (e.g., school events, community centres), list it to demonstrate reliability and teamwork.
Conclusion and next steps
This YES4Youth Receptionist contract offers a solid entry point into the workplace for anyone with Grade 12 and a desire to build confidence in a professional setting. If you meet the requirements, gather your documents and apply before the deadline. Taking this step now can open doors to future admin, customer‑service or business roles.