Veterinary Receptionist

Veterinary Receptionist – Alfold Vets

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Are you looking for a new challenge for 2026? Alfold are a small village vets with a long-standing team working within a beautiful old, converted barn. The team consists of 2 permanent vets, practice manager and nurses, who all strive to offer a professional yet personal touch to pet care in the local village and surrounding areas.

Experience for this role is preferred but not essential as full training will be given, if needed, to the right candidate. We know that when it comes to client care, good communication skills, confidence and the ability to be able to reassure and support clients at difficult times, is vital. This is a job that does require the ability to multitask and prioritise jobs, liaising with the clinical team and often being a key person involved between the vet and client.

The is a new role after a period with no receptionists. This is an amazing opportunity for you to develop and grow and make the role your own. The position is for 40 hours per week, however this could be a full-time role for one person or split for two people to share the role.

Responsibilities

Receptionist roles and responsibilities:

• Receiving clients, greeting patients and providing a welcoming atmosphere in the reception area.
• Diary management.
• Taking payments/managing client accounts.
• Filing/scanning.
• Maintaining a clean reception area/ front of house for clients.
• Option to support with social media posts.

Benefits

We are part of the Vet Partners group with access to all the benefits that go with a larger caring group. Annual leave 6 weeks pro rata (including Bank holidays).

• Annual salary £26,400
• Sick leave 2 weeks full pay, 2 weeks half pay then statutory sick pay, Pro rata.
• Health Shield Cash Plan
• Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Insurance at 1x annual salary
• 1 day paid volunteering leave, pro rata for part time colleagues
• Private Medical Insurance available through Group Payroll Deduct
• One organisation paid for, i.e. BVRA

We strongly advocate work life balance, we appreciate that everyone deserves a life outside of work whether that be children, extended family, hobbies, sports or other commitments.

Contact

If you would like any more details, please contact Beth Tyrrell, Practice manager or send your CV and cover letter to beth.tyrrell@alfoldvets.co.uk

Please apply by the 16th January 2026