Client Care Assistant

Company: Inspiring Vet Care
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Location: Stoke on Trent
Job Description:

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we’re trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are looking for a new Client Care Advisor to join our Lime Trees team, working at both of our practices: our purpose‑built Small Animal Hospital in Meir Park, and our dedicated Cat Only Clinic in Cheadle.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for clients, playing a key role in delivering a welcoming, professional, and compassionate experience at every interaction. You would be working alongside a friendly team who are passionate about making a difference to the health and wellbeing of all pets.

General Responsibilities

  • Greeting all clients in a friendly and professional way.
  • Organisation of the clinical diary for routine, surgical and emergency appointments.
  • Answering telephone inquiries from clients in a welcoming and calm manner.
  • Providing excellent customer service, informing and educating clients sympathetically.
  • Converting inquiries into appointments to maintain pet healthcare.
  • Handling and updating client data and records.
  • Assisting clients in handing pet insurance claims.
  • Recording relevant information in the practice system to support the clinical team.
  • Ensuring accuracy of invoices and collecting payments on the day of treatment.
  • Providing education to clients on basic animal care.

The role is full time (40 hours per week) with a flexible working pattern covering our business hours of 8am – 7pm Monday to Friday, plus 1 in 4 Saturday shifts between 7:45am – 1:30pm. The contract is for 12 months as maternity cover. There is a requirement for the team to be flexible in their working hours so core business hours are always covered, allowing for sickness and holidays.

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

  • Excellent communication skills and a professional, welcoming manner.
  • Experience in a customer‑facing role, with a strong focus on service and attention to detail.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a busy environment.
  • A collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues.
  • A proactive attitude, with openness to feedback and learning.

How We’ll Support You

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Learning and development opportunities via the inspiring vet care Academy.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Discounted staff pet care.
  • Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you.
  • Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers.

Up to £26,250 per year

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026