Receptionist
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
Our Galashiels team is looking for a part time receptionist to join our busy ever growing practice! Are you the ideal person to join our team?
At Galedin we pride ourselves on our client care, and in this role your strong interpersonal skills will be key to developing and maintaining our client relationships.
Your principal areas of responsibility will be to provide a first-class friendly and efficient service whilst welcoming clients, dealing with queries and booking appointments (face to face and by telephone), and taking and recording payments.
Previous experience of working in a veterinary or agricultural environment will be beneficial, although it is not essential as training will be provided.
What is essential, however, is your ability to demonstrate an excellent track record in the delivery of customer service to a very high standard.
In addition to the above, you must be computer literate, numerate, and possess excellent time management skills.
Hours of work are expected to be 29 hours per week. The role fulfils a Saturday morning rota from 8.00am to 1.00pm on a rotational 1 in 3 basis. The working pattern for this position is expected to be; Monday 8am-1pm, Tuesday 8am-1pm, Wednesday 8am-6pm, Thursday 1pm-6pm, Friday 12pm-6pm. A flexible approach is desirable to provide cover for any planned holidays or unplanned absence.
If you meet the criteria, please apply with an up to date cover letter and CV, demonstrating your suitability for the role.
The closing date is Sunday 4th June at 5pm; however, it is advised to submit your application as soon as possible as interviews will take place as soon as suitable candidates are identified.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date, should suitable applicants be identified.
Applications submitted through agencies will not be accepted.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 29 per week
Salary: From £10.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 05/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Receptionist roles across Galedin Veterinary's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying General openings directly to your inbox.
