Veterinary Receptionist (Maternity Leave)
Highgate Vets in Kendal is looking for a Veterinary Receptionist to join our warm and supportive team. This is a 12-month maternity cover position with the potential to become a part-time role afterwards.
What Will You Be Doing?
You’ll be the welcoming face and voice of our practice, playing a key role in delivering an excellent experience for our clients and their furry companions. Your responsibilities will include:
* Greeting clients with warmth and professionalism
* Managing phone calls, booking appointments, and handling general inquiries
* Assisting with administrative tasks and maintaining accurate client records
* Supporting our veterinary team to ensure smooth daily operations
* Working collaboratively to provide compassionate, efficient care
Rota
This is a full-time position working 38.5 hours per week. The start time will be 8:00am and finish times will be between 5:00pm and 6:00pm with every other Saturday from 8:30am-12:30pm.
About Us
Highgate Vets have two dedicated small animal practices, we have a strong focus on patient care and client service. We pride ourselves on being approachable, thorough, and kind, with pets and people alike.
And did we mention our location? Kendal offers an incredible work-life balance—right at the doorstep of the Lake District National Park.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
* 6.6Weeks 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
* Discounted staff pet care
Highgate Veterinary Clinic, Highgate
173 Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4EN, United Kingdom
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