via Indeed · 2 October 2026 ·2 days ago

Receptionist

Tay Valley Veterinary Centre
Perth Full-time
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Here at Tay Valley Vets, we are looking for a Receptionist to join our friendly and dedicated team.

We pride ourselves on our positive work ethos and look forward to welcoming a new colleague. Based in the heart of beautiful Perthshire, our practice offers the perfect balance of town and countryside, and has been voted the 5th best place to live in the UK.

We are looking for a reliable, organised and enthusiastic individual with significant experience in delivering excellent customer service. You will have outstanding communication skills, a professional telephone manner and the ability to remain calm and compassionate in a busy environment.

As one of the main points of contact for our clients, you’ll share in both the happy and difficult days. This includes supporting pet owners who may be worried, emotional or grieving. We are looking for someone who can provide compassionate and reassuring service while remaining professional and composed under pressure.

Key responsibilities

  • Providing exceptional customer service to our clients.

  • Answering incoming telephone calls and dealing with client queries.

  • Regularly monitoring incoming emails, responding promptly or forwarding them to the appropriate team member as required.

  • Supporting colleagues and working effectively as part of a busy team.
Working hours

This is a full\-time, Monday to Friday position, working on a weekly alternating shift pattern:

  • Week 1: 8:00am – 4:00pm

  • Week 2: 11:30am – 7:30pm
There is also a 1\-in\-8 weekend rota, with weekend hours as follows:
  • Saturday: 8:30am – 12:00pm

  • Sunday: 9:00am – 12:30pm
As part of the VetPartners family, we can offer:
  • 6 weeks’ annual leave

  • Cost\-price veterinary care for your own pets

  • Enhanced sick pay and maternity pay

  • Health and wellbeing plan

  • Company pension

  • Optional private medical insurance

  • Recruitment referral rewards scheme

  • Free on\-site parking

  • Cycle to Work scheme
If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please email your CV to accounts@tayvalleyvets.co.uk.

Pay: £12\.71 per hour

Work Location: In person

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