At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vets and nurses, maintain hygiene, assist with animal handling, and work on reception.
- Company: Join an award-winning veterinary group redefining pet care in the UK.
- Benefits: Full-time role, competitive salary, career progression, and CPD opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team with diverse caseloads and opportunities for further qualifications.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for animal care and ability to monitor low-level anaesthetics.
The predicted salary is between 18900 - 23100 £ per year.
Are you a proactive and dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant looking for an exciting new role in the South-West area? Streatham Hill Vets are looking for a new VCA to join their team to work across our two amazing hospitals, Streatham Hill and Advanced Vetcare London! You will be supported by our experienced management team, who will be there with you every step of the way, alongside our Vets, RVN & Support Teams.
We are very happy to support you in your career and present real opportunities for you to progress. We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing the very best veterinary care whilst creating a warm and welcoming environment for our teams, our patients, and their owners. We are known for treating every single one of our exceptional support team with the value, respect, and praise they deserve.
This is a Full-Time position, working 40 hours per week over 5 days, with a share of 1:4 weekends and bank holidays. As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the vet and nurse teams by maintaining a clean and hygienic environment at all times, assisting with animal handling, working on reception, and providing support to the RVN & Vets as needed. You must be comfortable and competent in monitoring low level anaesthetics.
We boast opportunities for growth, with extra CPD opportunities, and the option of training to become an RVN. In the past year, our RVNs have achieved further qualification in anaesthesia, ECC, physiotherapy, behaviour, and diet. If you have a passion that's not being indulged, then a move to DNA Vetcare could be just the ticket for the next step for you in such a valuable role.
At DNA Vetcare, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers with heart, purpose, and endless possibilities. As an independent, award-winning veterinary group, we are redefining pet care across the UK. Our ethos is simple yet powerful: Caring, Professional, Service. Our mission? To provide the highest standards of veterinary care while nurturing and empowering our teams.
Whether your passion lies in clinical excellence, leadership, or personal growth, we create opportunities tailored to your ambitions. We are expanding our exceptional team—and we’re looking for the best. If you thrive in a dynamic, well-equipped, and incredibly supportive environment, where no two days are the same and the caseload is as diverse as your interests, then this is the place for you.
Whether your expertise lies in soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, internal medicine, ultrasound, ophthalmology, critical care, dermatology, exotics, or customer service, we actively encourage further qualifications and provide the challenging caseloads to support your growth. Founded in 2006, our surgeries remain proudly independent and are still led by our two founders who are experienced and passionate veterinary surgeons with years of hands-on expertise.
If you are passionate about pets and progression, your journey starts here. Take the next step and join a team that truly invests in you.
Veterinary Care Assistant employer: DNA Vetcare Ltd
At DNA Vetcare Ltd, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where our employees can thrive. Located in the vibrant community of Streatham Hill, we offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional development, and a culture that values teamwork and excellence in veterinary care. Join us to be part of an award-winning team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their owners.
