College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences
School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine
Vacancy Reference: 208173
This post is part-time (14 hours per week), and open ended.
Core working hours are between 8am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday (7-hour working days).
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 570 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.
Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
We are seeking to appoint a Receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients and carry out a range of reception and administration duties to support the clinical, nursing, and administrative staff of the Small Animal Hospital.
You will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. This will include providing cover for public holidays on a rotational basis. The public holiday/other days rota will be a minimum of 5 public holidays per year.
Closing date: 23:45 on Tuesday 17th November 2026
We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.
We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.
We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge/QualificationsEssentialA1 SCQF level 4 or equivalent work-related experienceA2 Knowledge of Microsoft Office softwareDesirableB1 Knowledge of Veterinary/Medical terminologySkillsEssentialC1 Accuracy and attention to detailC2 Excellent IT, numeracy, and literacy skillsC3 Use of initiative and judgement to resolve problems independently and the ability to prioritise a busy workloadC4 Excellent organisational skillsC5 High standard of written and verbal communication skillsC6 Ability to work as part of a teamExperienceEssentialE1 Relevant experience in a similar customer facing role, such as hospitality, retail or call centre.E2 Proven record of working in a fast-paced environmentDesirableF1 Previous experience of working in a doctor, dentist, or veterinary surgery practiceF2 Experience with handling insurance claimsF3 Familiarity with working a busy switchboardF4 Cash handling experience
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Receptionist (weekend)
Company: University of Glasgow Salary: £26,320 to £27,865 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Glasgow, G12 8QQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 3 Nov 2026 Closing date: 17 Nov 2026
Summary
College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences
School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine
Vacancy title: Receptionist (weekend)
Vacancy Reference: 208173
Salary: UofG Grade 4, £26,320 - £27,865 per annum
This post is part-time (14 hours per week), and open ended.
Core working hours are between 8am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday (7-hour working days).
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 570 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.
Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
We are seeking to appoint a Receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients and carry out a range of reception and administration duties to support the clinical, nursing, and administrative staff of the Small Animal Hospital.
You will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. This will include providing cover for public holidays on a rotational basis. The public holiday/other days rota will be a minimum of 5 public holidays per year.
Closing date: 23:45 on Tuesday 17th November 2026
We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.
We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.
We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.
Essential requirements
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge/QualificationsEssentialA1 SCQF level 4 or equivalent work-related experienceA2 Knowledge of Microsoft Office softwareDesirableB1 Knowledge of Veterinary/Medical terminologySkillsEssentialC1 Accuracy and attention to detailC2 Excellent IT, numeracy, and literacy skillsC3 Use of initiative and judgement to resolve problems independently and the ability to prioritise a busy workloadC4 Excellent organisational skillsC5 High standard of written and verbal communication skillsC6 Ability to work as part of a teamExperienceEssentialE1 Relevant experience in a similar customer facing role, such as hospitality, retail or call centre.E2 Proven record of working in a fast-paced environmentDesirableF1 Previous experience of working in a doctor, dentist, or veterinary surgery practiceF2 Experience with handling insurance claimsF3 Familiarity with working a busy switchboardF4 Cash handling experience
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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