We are looking for a dedicated receptionist to join our fantastic veterinary practice as a Veterinary Care Assistant/Receptionist. The main responsibility of this role is providing front of house service to our clients and their pets. In addition to reception duties, the candidate will also assist our nursing team by providing inpatient care/monitoring and assisting with infection control.Our fantastic practiceAt Blackwood, our team consists of 2 Vets-a highly skilled internal medicine and imaging specialist, and an experienced Vet with over 10 years at the practice. They are supported by our Head Nurse, 4 RVNs, and 2 Receptionists.Within the group, we have 2 Clinical Directors (specializing in surgery and orthopaedics), a Senior Vet with a surgery certificate, 8 other Vets (including one with an internal medicine certificate), 20 RVNs, and our proactive Practice Manager. Our Clinical Directors are always available for clinical support, and CPD is actively encouraged.Established over 10 years ago on Malpas Road in Newport, South Wales Vets has expanded to four locations in Blackwood, Risca, and Abertillery. Blackwood offers easy access to Cardiff, Bristol, Newport, and the Brecon Beacons National Park. The clinic has recently been refurbished with spacious waiting areas, 3 consulting rooms, separate cat and dog areas, and excellent surgical and inpatient facilities.Your shift patternThe shift times is 8:30 am to 6 pm 4 days per week + 1:4 Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm.In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:6.6 weeks annual leaveAdditional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowanceEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy payCycle to work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeingNon-accidental injury supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyPawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailersPension schemeDiscounted staff pet careAt IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are eager to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.South Wales Vets, BlackwoodUnit B Highfields Way, Blackwood, NP12 1SL, United Kingdom