Job Overview
Farm Office Administrator – Part-time
We are looking for a motivated and organised part-time Farm Office Administrator to join our friendly Farm Department at Shepton Vets. This is a varied, client-facing role supporting our vets, veterinary technicians and farm clients, helping to ensure the smooth running of our day-to-day farm office operations.
The role offers flexible working hours, making it ideal for someone balancing other commitments, while still playing an important part in a busy and progressive farm veterinary practice.
Shepton Vets Farm provides veterinary services to more than 100 dairy clients, as well as beef, sheep and smallholding farms across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. Alongside our core veterinary work, we deliver farmer training courses, teach Bristol University students and provide export services.
About the Role
As Farm Office Administrator, you will help coordinate the efficient daily processes within the farm office and provide essential administrative support for our teams working out on farm. Your work will help us continue to deliver our practice ethos of “Going Further for Our Farmers.”
Key Responsibilities
· Acting as the first point of contact for farm clients contacting the practice for veterinary advice, medicine orders or appointment scheduling.
· Welcoming clients at reception when they collect medicines, drop off samples or visit the practice with general enquiries.
· Supporting a range of administrative tasks within the Farm Department, depending on your skills, experience and areas of interest.
· Helping the team maintain accurate records, coordinate workflows and provide excellent service to our farm clients.
In return, we provide training and support to help you succeed in the role, along with a varied working day where no two days are the same.
About You
· Knowledge of the agricultural industry, or a genuine interest in learning more about farm veterinary work
· Excellent communication and organisational skills
· The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively in a busy office environment
· Confident telephone manner and strong verbal communication skills
· Confidence using computer systems and programmes to support workflows and record keeping
Desirable
- A Level or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience in an operations or logistics role
- Full driving licence
Role Details
Hours: Part-time, Permanent
Working pattern:
· Flexible hours (minimum 20 hours) with some flexibility to cover early or late shifts (8am or 5.30pm)
- 1 in 6 Saturdays (8:30am – 12:30pm)
Location: Office-based, Shepton Mallet
Start date: ASAP
Salary: £25,500 (pro-rata)
Benefits
- Company pension
- Discounted veterinary care for your animals
- Free parking
To apply or find out more, please send your CV and cover letter to:
[email protected]
Pay: £25,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
