Milton Keynes | Temporary to Permanent
School-Friendly Working Hours: 9:00am - 3:00pm
£12.85 per hour
Are you looking for a role that fits around the school run and family life?
Tate Recruitment is seeking friendly, professional Customer Service Advisors to join a busy and supportive customer experience team in Milton Keynes. With school-friendly hours, a welcoming team environment and a clear pathway to a permanent role, this is an excellent opportunity for parents returning to work or anyone seeking a better work-life balance.
Working Hours
9:00am - 3:00pm
Working either:
Tuesday to Saturday, or
Sunday to Thursday
Pay Rate
£12.85 per hour
Start Date
Monday 7th September
Training
Successful candidates must be available to attend a two-week training programme:
Monday to Friday, 11:00am - 8:00pm
Please note: Full attendance during training is essential, and no holidays can be taken during the first six weeks of employment.
The Role
As a Customer Service Advisor, you'll be the first point of contact for customers from around the world, providing support via phone, email and live chat.
Your responsibilities will include:
Handling inbound customer enquiries
Assisting customers with placing orders
Providing updates on existing orders
Advising on promotions, offers and discounts
Responding to questions regarding deliveries, returns and cancellations
Resolving complaints and queries professionally and efficiently
Delivering a positive customer experience every time
About You
We're looking for candidates who:
Have previous customer service experience
Enjoy helping people and solving problems
Are confident communicators with a friendly telephone manner
Have good written communication and IT skills
Thrive in a fast-paced environment
Can commit to the training period and chosen shift pattern
Why This Role Is Ideal For Working Parents
✔ School-friendly working hours
✔ Be home for evenings and family time
✔ Consistent shift patterns to help with childcare arrangements
✔ Weekly pay during the temporary period
✔ Supportive team environment
✔ Opportunity to secure a permanent position with future hybrid working options
Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
You'll initially join through Tate Recruitment on a weekly-paid timesheet basis for approximately three months. Upon successful completion, you'll transfer directly to the client as a permanent employee with no additional probation period.
Permanent Benefits
Hybrid working opportunities (following probation)
Overtime opportunities
Monthly bonus scheme
28 days holiday including Bank Holidays, increasing with service
Employee reward vouchers
50% staff discount
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted gym membership
Health Shield Cash Plan
Life Assurance
Modern breakout areas with pool tables and table tennis
Free tea and coffee
Apply Today
If you're looking for a customer service role that offers flexibility, stability and genuine long-term career prospects, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a member of the Tate Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application
Salary description
£12.85 - £12.85 per hour