Farm & Reception Support Assistant

Clare Vet Hospital, Ballyclare, Ballyclare Role: Farm & Reception Support Assistant Location: Clare Vet Group, Ballyclare Contract: Part-Time, permanent

Clare Veterinary Group is a dynamic 20-vet practice, boasting a purpose-built facility in Ballyclare that caters to Small Animal, Large Animal, and Equine care. With three branches in Whiteabbey, Cavehill, and Carrickfergus, we are an esteemed RCVS accredited practice with general practice recognition for large animals and equine care.

The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated clinical and reception team. This is a challenging, multi-tasking role where we must provide a high level of customer service whilst assisting with the day to day running of a busy Veterinary practice.

How you'll make a difference

The role will include:

• Assist vets with TB test record-keeping on farms as required
• Provide reception cover across our clinics in Ballyclare, Whiteabbey, Cavehill, and Carrickfergus
• Support front-of-house duties during staff leave, including Saturday shifts and Bank Holidays

This is a part-time permanent role working on average 30 hours per week with no set rota.

You might be a great fit if you are

You are an organised, and customer-focused individual who enjoys working as part of a team.

• Friendly and professional with excellent people skills
• Flexible and willing to work across multiple locations at short notice, with no set rota
• Farming background with a strong awareness of cattle handling and on-farm safety
• Organised and able to manage administrative tasks efficiently

If you are a practical, people-focused individual who enjoys a mix of hands-on and administrative work, we would love to hear from you.

How we'll support you

At IVC Evidensia, we're committed to supporting your development and wellbeing from the very start of your career. You'll benefit from:

• A key client-facing role within a supportive and collaborative practice team
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within client care and practice leadership roles
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What we offer our team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave FTE
• Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Discounted staff pet care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Clare Vet Hospital, Ballyclare

75 Ballynure Road, Ballyclare, BT39 9AG, United Kingdom