We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Langford Vet Practice reception team. We are looking for a receptionist to work part-time (average 25.33 hours per week).
Shifts will be worked between the hours of 8am - 7.30pm up to 5 days per week (Monday - Saturday).
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our friendly team working in our busy and thriving veterinary practice.
You will need :
- Previous experience working as a receptionist
- Experience within a veterinary practice would be preferable
- Positive work ethic
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The salary for this role is £16,754 (£24,804 FTE).
Benefits and wellbeing
Our people are at the heart of what we do and as your employer we want to ensure we offer flexibility, support and staff development, where possible, through :
Time off
5 weeks holiday per year (plus bank holidays)Additional holiday entitlement for Long ServiceWellbeing
On site Mental Wellbeing ChampionsEDI committeeEmployee Forum – to ensure all employees voices can be heardMenopause CaféWellbeing talks and eventsCycle to work schemeFamily friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 2 years’ service)Health
SimplyHealth Cashplan membershipFree annual flu vaccinationFree Specsavers eye test voucherGeneral
Free onsite parkingU2 bus service link to BristolAnnual CPD allowanceEmployee discountGenerous pension scheme – we match up to 8% pension contributionsReimbursement of one professional membership fee per yearHow to apply
If this role sounds like the right fit for you, don’t delay, click ‘Apply’ and begin your career with Langford Vets.
Closing date : Friday 20th February 2026
Interviews : Friday 27th February (morning)
Langford Vets is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Reports To : Senior Client Services Administrator
Job Purpose : First point of contact for clients, visitors, students and couriers with regards to the Langford Vet Practice
Principal Accountabilities :
Front of house reception work
To meet and greet clients, visitors, students, ensuring that the reception and waiting room area is maintained in a clean and tidy condition.To take payments and assist clients with insurance form completion.To liaise clearly and appropriately with clinicians regarding their clients.To ensure that the computerised appointment diary is kept up to date and ensure that all client information is accurate.To deal with veterinary emergencies as they arise, both on the telephone and in person and prioritise effectively.To deal with any problems that arise for all clients.Telephone answering
To receive calls in a pleasant and friendly manner, to deal with each request or redirect where appropriate.To book in appointments for consultations or procedure with LVP clinicians adhering to the standard operating protocol.To handle a wide range of queries and action as appropriateTo monitor the emails and process requests as appropriate.To send client reminders for preventative healthcareMaintain accurate client records on the computerised database, updating and amending as required. To scan documents onto Ezyvet (practice computer system).To maintain the equipment within the reception area (printer, telephones and scanner).Responsible for keeping themselves and others safe, reporting accidents, near misses and hazards and adhering to health and safety requirements and policies as required by the business / their line manager.Proactively identify and act upon opportunities for business improvement. Openly identify and discuss problems in order to implement and sustain improvements that increase the value we deliver to our, clients, employees, and students.#J-18808-Ljbffr