Customer Service Advisor - Shifts

  • Belmont Recruitment
  • Ryhope, Sunderland
  • Jan 11, 2026
Contractor Call Centre / CustomerService

Job Description

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Customer Service Advisor to join Sunderland Council's Telehealth Service on an initial 3 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working up to 35 hours per week on a shift basis.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Act as a first point of contact for customers and service users

  • Handle enquiries via telephone, face-to-face, email, web chat, letter, and social media

  • Provide accurate information and guidance on council and partner services

  • Resolve enquiries at first point of contact or triage and escalate complex cases where required

  • Build strong rapport with customers through active listening and effective communication

  • Act as an advocate for customers, working with internal and external partners to meet service standards

Requirements:

  • Previous experience of working in a Customer Service/Call Handling setting
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you!