We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic Veterinary receptionist to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has experience working in a veterinary environment to join our team on a temporary basis to cover leave for 2 months. Our ideal person is someone with good customer service skills as they will be the first point of contact with our clients. The position is very varied therefore we require someone who works well under pressure, has great organisation and time management skills. The Role Will Include, But Is Not Limited To Greeting customers Answering telephones Taking payments Updating records Dealing with emails/reports Keeping up to date with our Pet health Club sign-ups, cancellations, and yearly renewals. Scheduling shifts and diary amendments Maintaining the reception area Why join our team Paws is a small and friendly first opinion practice based in Colchester. The practice is located very close to the town centre and just a short drive to Mersea Island. We are a kind and caring team who pride ourselves on excellent patient care. We work very well as a team and support each other where needed. We have everything we need to be an independent first opinion practice and will always consider investment in new equipment and further education to support future development of our staff and business. Your shift pattern The role will be a minimum of 30hrs a week on a rota of varying shifts, including a 1:3 Saturday morning 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from: 6.6 weeks annual leave Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay Cycle to work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing Non-accidental injury support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension scheme Discounted staff pet care £0 - £0 a year Up to £19, 113.50 DOE