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Call Response Agent x 5

We have x 5  fantastic opportunities working for an independent charity as a Call Response Agent, based in Wallington. This client specialises in “around the clock” support to the general public – every minute of every hour of every day will be different, you will be communicating with the general public who will provide information anonymously, you could be communicating with others whom are scared/vulnerable or afraid of consequences, therefore this role requires continued empathy and support throughout.

Closing date for all applications: Wednesday 31st August 2022

Potential start date: 19th September 2022

Still keen – here’s more...

Salary: £22,325

Shift Pattern: Four days on, followed by four days off - Shifts across a 24/7 hour operation (Monday to Sunday):

07:00 – 19:00 (12 hr shifts, 1.25-hour break, 10.75 hours paid)

08:00 – 20:00 (12 hr shifts, 1.25-hour break, 10.75 hours paid)

14:00 – 00:00 (10 hr shifts, 1-hour break, 9 hours paid)

21:00 – 07:00 (10 hr shifts, 1-hour break, 9 hours paid)

First two weeks in the post will be training and will look like the following: 1st week = 09:00 – 16:00, 2nd week = 09:00-17:00

Benefits: Online benefit scheme, 24hr advice line, cycle to work scheme, pension and so much more

What will your working week be like?

The purpose of the Call Response Agent is to ensure that information is passed from the public to the relevant agency accurately and securely, without any reference to the caller’s identity.

• Record information from members of the public via the telephone or other relevant medium.
• Question the source where possible to ensure best information is received.
• Input the qualified information onto the database before forwarding to the appropriate Intelligence unit or external agency ensuring information complies with data protection and disclosure requirements.
• In the event of the Contact Centre receiving information regarded as time critical or a threat to life, contact Police Control rooms/Major Incident Rooms and have information noted/actioned for appropriate response.

Who will suit this role?

Due to the nature of the role and hours, the successful candidate will hold previous experience of working within a call centre or customer focused environment, sometimes dealing with emotionally challenging queries and concerns. The role also requires the successful candidate, to at least understand or have worked to an unsociable shift pattern.

You need to be a people’s person, with the ability to accurately communicate specific information to ensure it reaches to right outcome.

This is such a fascinating role, that offers you the ability to help others – all in a good day’s work.

*Full DBS Clearance will be required*

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Keywords: customer service, call agent, customer relationships, service users, admin, customer support, contact centre

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