Veterinary Care Assistant

Kernow Vet Group; Smock Alley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the United Kingdom is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant to join their friendly team. This role involves a variety of responsibilities including patient care and assisting the surgical team. Ideal candidates should possess teamwork skills and effective communication abilities. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including generous annual leave and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday leave allowance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Learning opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Ability to work within a team and independently.
• Able to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Strong team player with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with hospitalized patients.
• Support the surgical team and stock management.
• Maintain cleanliness in the practice.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Work Ethic

Education

Animal Care qualification

Job description

Crossways Vets, Storrington, Storrington, South East

We are excited to offer a great opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our friendly team as a Veterinary Care Assistant.

The role

The role of a Veterinary Care Assistant is diverse and encompasses a range of responsibilities, including patient care, kennel maintenance, laboratory tasks & infection control. You will be involved in all aspects of animal care, from assisting nurses with hospitalised patients to supporting the surgical team, stock management, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the practice.

About us

Based at the edge of the South Downs National Park on the south coast of England, a short distance from Brighton and yet within easy reach of London, Crossways has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality personalised care for our clients and their pets. We are well established in the area and very lucky to have many loyal clients.

The team comprises 6 Vets, 9 registered veterinary nurses, and 13 support staff.

We offer a full range of services, from preventive care and surgical procedures to advanced diagnostics, tailored to meet the unique needs of every pet.We believe in being part of the communities we serve and support many local events.

Our Ideal Candidate

• An Animal Care qualification is desirable but not essential
• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Able to remain calm and focused under pressure, with a caring and empathetic approach
• A strong team player with confident and effective communication skills
• A good work ethic

Working Hours

This is a permanent role that could be for up to 35 hours per week, split across 5 days, working Monday to Friday (and occasionally some Saturday morning work), but we would equally like to hear from candidates seeking fewer hours/days. For the right candidate, we will try to offer the flexibility you need to fit around your personal circumstances.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Discounted staff pet care

Crossways Vets, Storrington

43 School Hill, Storrington, Storrington, RH20 4NA, United Kingdom