Veterinary Receptionist (FTC)

Inspiring Vet Care; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 6.6 weeks

Birthday off

Pension scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning & development

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care at Lockwood Vets is seeking a part-time Receptionist to join our team for a fixed-term period of six months. The role involves welcoming clients and their pets, managing appointments, and supporting the smooth running of the practice.

You will work 30 hours over 5 days per week, including mornings and late shifts, with occasional weekend involvement. A driving license is required for travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role with a focus on service and attention to detail.
• Friendly, organised and customer-focused individual who works well in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a busy environment.
• Willingness to support colleagues and adapt to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and book appointments.
• Greet clients and their pets on arrival.
• Check-in patients and verify information.
• Update patient records with accuracy.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Team player

Proactive learning

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 Lockwood Vets on a part-time fixed-term basis covering 6 months.

A drivers license would be required for this role due to travelling between sites on occasion.

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 part-time role working 30 hours over 5 days per week, even share of morning and late shifts. fair share of weekend rota.

Key Responsibilities

• Taking phone calls, answering queries and booking appointments
• Greeting clients and their pets on arrival
• Check-in patients and verify their information
• Update patient records and ensure attention to detailProcess payments and maintain accurate financial records
• Dispensing medication
• Maintain the cleanliness of the reception area and consult rooms
• Administration duties such as emails and signing up clients to our Pet Health Plan

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £19,827 per annum