We are hiring We are hiring for a kind, patient, friendly and caring Receptionist to join our amazing existing front of house team. The role includes reception duties plus a lot more including use of email, computers and lots of communication with the team and our clients. Full training will be given. This is a part-time permanent role working 18 hours a week. The shifts will include Tuesdays 1pm to 7pm, Wednesdays 1pm to 7pm, Fridays 3 x 1pm to 7pm and 1 x 8am to 2pm per month. There will be a requirement to work 1 in 4 Saturdays from 8:30 to 1pm. About The Role As the first point of contact, our receptionists play a vital role in ensuring that our clients and their pets have a welcoming and positive experience. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a warm and compassionate demeanour, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks efficiently in a busy environment. You'll be joining a small, close-knit team that looks after one another, creating a supportive and friendly environment. Main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to; Liaising with the clients and the clinical staff to provide a high level of customer care. Meeting and greeting clients and pets. Booking appointments and diary management. Managing telephone and email enquiries. Taking payment for services and products. Managing cash and end-of-day banking. Maintaining a clean and safe space for our clients and their pets. Be part of delivering veterinary excellence Ark House Vets is a single-site practice in the lovely Bedfordshire/Buckinghamshire border town of Leighton Buzzard. We are situated within a lovely market town with excellent transport links to London and beyond. You will join our fantastic team of hard-working people, including 6 Vets, 9 Veterinary Nurses and 5 receptionists plus support staff. 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 Ark House Vets, Leighton Buzzard 22 Hockliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1HJ, United Kingdom View on map Animals treated Small animals Visit website