Weekend Animal Care Assistant – Emergency Pet Care

Vets Now; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading emergency pet care provider in Gateshead is seeking an Animal Care Assistant for weekend shifts. You will play a vital role in supporting clinical teams to provide a comfortable environment for patients while assisting with surgical procedures and diagnostic tests. The role offers competitive pay and a range of benefits including annual leave, CPD allowances, and family-friendly policies. Ideal candidates will possess a passion for animal care and the ability to work flexibly during busy clinic hours.

Benefits

Pro-rata annual leave

Paid day off on your birthday

Cash Health Plan

Discounts with retailers

CPD allowance

Paid CPD hours

Family-friendly policies

Pension contributions

Discounted staff pet care

Paid volunteering days

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Ability to work under guidance of Vet Nurses and Vet Surgeons.
• Experience in handling patients for basic procedures and assisting with diagnostic tests.
• Knowledge in assisting setting up and clearing down theatres for surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical teams in providing a comfortable in-patient environment.
• Attend to basic husbandry needs of in-patients.
• Support clinical team during busy shifts in an emergency clinic.

Job description

A leading emergency pet care provider in Gateshead is seeking an Animal Care Assistant for weekend shifts. You will play a vital role in supporting clinical teams to provide a comfortable environment for patients while assisting with surgical procedures and diagnostic tests. The role offers competitive pay and a range of benefits including annual leave, CPD allowances, and family-friendly policies. Ideal candidates will possess a passion for animal care and the ability to work flexibly during busy clinic hours.