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Receptionist/animal care assistant 12 month fixed contract
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- £25,114.96 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Front desk
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee discount
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Receptionist/animal care assistant 12 month fixed contract

ASHFIELD HOUSE -
Long Eaton

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Job details

Fixed term contract
£25,114.96 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Sick pay

Qualifications

Customer service
Veterinary experience
Animal handling
Front desk
Communication skills

Full job description

12 month Maternity Cover - Receptionist / Animal Care Assistant (ACA)
Ashfield House Veterinary Hospital – Long Eaton/Bramcote

Are you passionate about animal welfare and delivering exceptional client care? Ashfield House Veterinary Hospital is seeking a friendly, organised, and enthusiastic Receptionist / Animal Care Assistant to join our dedicated team.

Ashfield House Veterinary Hospital is a well-established small animal veterinary hospital serving the Derby and Nottingham area for over 40 years, providing high-quality veterinary care with a strong focus on patient welfare and client service.

Position Details

Maternity cover for fixed 12 month period
Hours: 38 hours per week
Working Pattern: Average 8-hour shifts
Weekend Requirement: One in three Saturdays
Location: Ashfield House Veterinary Hospital, Long Eaton and Bramcote

Key Responsibilities

Reception Duties

Providing a warm and professional welcome to clients and their pets
Managing appointments and telephone enquiries
Handling client registrations, payments, and administrative tasks
Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the reception area

Animal Care Assistant Duties

Assisting the veterinary and nursing teams with patient care
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the hospital
Preparing and cleaning clinical areas, kennels, and equipment
Ensuring patients are comfortable and cared for during their stay
Supporting stock management and general hospital duties

About You

Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to remain calm and compassionate in a busy environment
Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
A genuine passion for animal care and welfare
Previous reception, customer service, or veterinary practice experience is desirable but not essential
A positive team player with a flexible approach to work

What We Offer

A supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunity to work within a busy veterinary hospital alongside experienced veterinary professionals
Training and development opportunities
Staff benefits package

If you are looking for a rewarding role combining client care and hands-on animal care, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role

Pay: £25,114.96 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Long Eaton, Derbyshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Animal handling: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Location:

Long Eaton, Derbyshire (required)

Work Location: In person

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