Our Advanced Breeding Team based in Newbiggin, Penrith are looking for a proactive individual to join the team as Advanced Breeding Administrative Assistant 

Full Time (Part time/Job Share considered)

The Role 

Perform all administrative and practical duties within the Advanced Breeding (AB) office as listed below: 

• Work with other AB staff to ensure efficient running of the department. 
• Handle incoming enquiries into the department and ensuring all enquiries are resolved in a timely manner. 
• Establish an excellent rapport with clients. 
• Liaise with team members to ensure all relevant paperwork is completed as required.  
• Use the VetIT system to charge clients and input information. 
• Check and sign off invoices when issued by accounts. 
• Prepare drug and consumables orders as required and ensure records are kept of drugs going in and out of the AB department 
• Arrange couriers for domestic embryo shipments in and out of PVG and all related paperwork. 
• Keeping accurate store records for embryos and ensuring stores are maintained for annual inspections 
• Provide support to colleagues within the wider team as and when required 
• Liaise with colleagues within the AB team and whole practice where required to maintain good communication, attend team meetings and assist with some ET work when required. 

About You 

Prior knowledge of advanced cattle breeding technologies is desirable, however full role based training will be provide to the right applicant. 

The Key Skills we are looking for are: 

● Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner  
● Computer literate, willingness and ability to learn and use Practice Management software 
● Client Care Skills 
● A desire to learn new skills  

• The ability to work proactively, solely and within a team environment 
  ● The ability to work on own initiative 
  ● Able to complete tasks and follow up 
  ● Ability to multi-task, whilst working under pressure 
  ● Ability to work within set time targets  
  ● Provide support to colleagues  
  

What we offer 

• Private Medical Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Ongoing support 

• Training and development  

•  Cycle to Work Scheme 

• Pension Scheme 

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays 

• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages 

• Structured mentoring programme 

Enquire by email or apply by sending your CV & covering letter to [email protected] by Monday 23rd March 2026.

Paragon Veterinary Group is an independent mixed practice, across 3 sites, situated in Cumbria, on the edge of the Lake District. Our key values include client care and clinical excellence, and we are looking for an additional experienced small animal clinician to become part of our team of 9 vets and 7 nurses and continue our teamwork ethos. 

• Access to all the usual mod cons: digital x-ray, dental x-ray, blood machines, ultrasound, endoscopy, purpose built in-patient facilities
• Opportunities to diversify and develop non-clinical skills such as mentoring or sustainability or student training
• A 4.5 day week, with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 1:5 out of hours rota with an extra half day off after a weekend worked
• Private medical insurance and employer pension contributions
• RCVS membership 
• BVA membership, plus one other membership funded
• VDS indemnity cover
• Employee assistance program
• Part of the VetSustain project

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via phone or email FAO Small Animal Leadership Team. 01228 710208, [email protected]

We are delighted to offer an opportunity for an experienced farm animal veterinary surgeon to join our expanding, independent, multi-centre practice. With three centres and a team of 16 farm vets — including multiple certificate and diploma holders — we provide a supportive, forward-thinking environment where high clinical standards, professional development and job satisfaction are genuinely valued.

Based in North Cumbria, with the Lake District National Park right on our doorstep, this role offers an excellent quality of life alongside a stimulating and varied farm animal caseload.

The Role

You will work closely with a progressive and motivated client base, delivering proactive, modern farm veterinary services. Our caseload includes a strong dairy focus alongside progressive beef and sheep enterprises, supported by active calf health and flock health clubs.

We pride ourselves on offering more than reactive veterinary care. Our services include structured herd and flock health planning, advanced breeding services, abdominal laparoscopic surgery, VetTech services (including an in-house foot trimmer), farmer training initiatives and overseas farm consultancy work.

Vets are actively encouraged to pursue and develop their own clinical or consultancy interests, with excellent support for CPD, certificates and further qualifications from experienced certificate and diploma holders within the team.

Work–Life Balance

We believe a sustainable career depends on balance. The role offers:

• A quiet out-of-hours rota (currently 1 in 7)
• A 4.5-day working week as standard
• Flexible working patterns possible
• Time off in lieu for overtime (when not on call)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays

We are a friendly, close-knit team with a low staff turnover and a strong focus on creating an enjoyable and supportive working environment.

About You

Ideally, you will have:

• At least 2 years’ experience in farm animal practice
• A proactive, team-focused approach
• An interest in delivering high-quality, progressive farm veterinary care
• A desire to continue developing clinically and professionally

What We Offer

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• Structured mentoring programme
• RCVS membership funded
• BVA membership plus one additional professional membership funded
• Company vehicle
• Employee assistance programme
• Membership of Vetsalus

If you are an experienced farm animal vet looking to join a progressive, supportive practice where you can build a long-term and fulfilling career while enjoying an outstanding lifestyle, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like any further information on this role please contact Phil on 01228 710208.

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]