Veterinary Receptionist (FTC)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking a Receptionist for our Beccles practice at Three Rivers on a part-time, fixed-term basis for 12 months. The role centres on welcoming clients, managing appointments, handling enquiries and supporting clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure a positive journey for clients and their pets.

The position is 19.5 hours per week (Mondays and Fridays, plus one Saturday morning in three).

Qualifications

• Friendly, organised and customer-focused individual
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, welcoming manner
• Experience in a customer-facing role with strong service orientation
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment
• Collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues
• Proactive attitude with openness to feedback and learning

Responsibilities

• Welcoming clients and providing a warm, professional first point of contact
• Managing appointments and the practice diary
• Dispensing and processing medication
• Supporting veterinarians and veterinary nurses
• Processing payments and financial transactions
• Providing excellent customer service to ensure the best experience for clients and their pets

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

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 Three Rivers, Beccles on a part-time, fixed term basis for 12 months.

Our main surgery is based in Beccles, with branches in Kessingland, Loddon, Poringland and Norwich. We pride ourselves on providing a high standard of client and patient care, supported by excellent facilities, including a CT scanner. We also accept local referrals for advanced diagnostics and orthopaedic surgery.

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

• This is a 19.5-hour-per-week position, working Mondays and Fridays, plus one in three Saturday mornings.

The role will be based predominantly at our Beccles practice, with flexibility to travel to our other sites when required to provide holiday or sickness cover and meet the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcoming clients and providing a warm, professional first point of contact
• Managing appointments and the practice diary
• Dispensing and processing medication
• Supporting our vets and veterinary nurses
• Processing payments and carrying out financial transactions
• Providing excellent customer service and helping to ensure our clients and their pets receive the best possible experience

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 - £0 a year

Up to £12,932.55 per annum

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