Veterinary Receptionist (20hrs/Mat Leave)

IVC; Witham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks leave

Birthday off

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning and development

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Retail discounts

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking a friendly, organized Receptionist for Spring Lodge Veterinary Hospital in Witham on a part-time fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. The role focuses on delivering a welcoming client experience and supporting busy clinic operations within a veterinary setting.

You will manage appointments, handle enquiries, process payments, and maintain accurate records, working closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure a smooth client and patient journey.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing experience
• Excellent communication and organization
• Ability to multi-task in a busy clinical environment
• Team player with a friendly manner

Responsibilities

• Greet clients in a professional, friendly way
• Answer calls promptly and manage enquiries
• Book, cancel and manage appointments
• Handle payments and insurance inquiries
• Maintain accurate client/patient records
• Process emails and daily administrative tasks
• Keep reception area stocked and presentable
• Support clinic operations and team meetings

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we’re trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an organised, personable Receptionist to join our team at Spring Lodge, Witham on a part-time fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.

At Spring Lodge Veterinary Hospital, we’re proud to provide exceptional care for pets and their families across Witham and the surrounding areas. Our practice is built on a foundation of compassion, expertise, and a commitment to delivering the highest standard of veterinary care. As a fully equipped veterinary hospital, we offer a wide range of services, from routine preventative healthcare to advanced diagnostics and treatments. Our dedicated team of experienced vets, nurses, and support staff is here to ensure every pet receives tailored care in a friendly and welcoming environment.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for clients, playing a key role in delivering a welcoming, professional and compassionate experience at every interaction.

You’ll support the smooth running of the practice by managing appointments, handling enquiries, supporting client communications and working closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure a positive client and patient journey.

Working Pattern

• Working 20 hours a week, varied shifts to cover business hours 7:45am/8am - 7pm/7:15pm, working 1 in 4 Saturdays, flexibility in hours and location is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Greeting clients in a professional, friendly and courteous manner
• Answering phone calls promptly and handling enquiries efficiently
• Booking, cancelling and managing appointments
• Taking cash and card payments
• Processing insurance claims and instalment enquiries
• Handling cash reconciliation and end-of-day banking procedures
• Dispensing medications and prescriptions
• Maintaining accurate client and patient records
• Managing and responding to clinic emails
• Completing daily administrative paperwork (lab reports, consent forms, vaccination documents, etc.)
• Ensuring reception areas, client information and retail products are well stocked and presentable
• Liaising with charities regarding collection boxes
• Attending reception team meetings when required

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

You are a friendly, organised and customer-focused individual who enjoys working as part of a team. You’ll bring:

• Excellent communication skills and a professional, welcoming manner
• Experience in a customer-facing role, with a strong focus on service and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a busy environment
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues
• A proactive attitude, with openness to feedback and learning

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your development and wellbeing from the very start of your career. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A key client-facing role within a supportive and collaborative practice team
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within client care and practice leadership roles
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ annual leave plus your birthday off FTE
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes, subject to eligibility criteria
• Learning and development opportunities via the inspiring vet care Academy
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £13,218.40 a year

Up to £13,218.4 per annum