At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vets and nurses, maintain hygiene, assist with animal handling, and work on reception.
- Company: Join the award-winning team at DNA Vetcare, known for exceptional care and support.
- Benefits: Flexible weekend hours, competitive salary, CPD opportunities, and potential to train as an RVN.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with opportunities for career advancement and 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 willingness to learn; experience is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 22400 - 28000 £ per year.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Care Assistant to join the team at our award-winning Mead Vet Centre. Our amazing surgery is located in Dartford, Mead are a 24-hour surgery with some of the best Vets, RVNs, and Support Teams around.
More information of the role:
- Weekend VCA
- Flexible on Days - Friday, Saturday and Sunday or Saturday and Sunday
- Part time position
- 2 Bank Holidays per annum
- Salary up to £28,000 DOE - FTE
We are known for treating every one of our exceptional support team with the value, respect and praise they deserve.
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 Veterinary Nurses and Veterinary Surgeons as needed.
We boast opportunities for growth with extra CPD opportunities and the option of training to become an RVN. In the past year our nurses have achieved further qualification in anaesthesia, emergency and critical care, 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.
If this sounds like the perfect role get in touch asap!
About Us
DNA Vetcare is a proudly independent group of multi award-winning surgeries, founded in 2006 by veterinary surgeons Alan van Heerden and Dane Walker. Dane and Alan have taken their years of experience working in numerous high quality practices, to provide exceptional vet care across London and Kent. Claire Baker joined Alan and Dane as a Director in 2019, originally arriving at the main London hospital in 2013 as a locum. Claire heads up the Group’s operations and vet team recruitment.
DNA Vetcare has a network of excellent veterinary surgeons who have been handpicked for their clinical skills, experience and ability to provide compassionate care for your four-legged (or three-legged, finned or feathered) friend. This network of excellence is the foundation on which we have built a strong reputation for providing the very best care to pets and owners alike. Alan and Dane are dedicated to providing excellent service to clients, respectful, caring and expert care for animals and a supportive encouraging work place for their teams.
Weekend only - Veterinary care assistant in Dartford employer: DNA Vetcare
At DNA Vetcare, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and respectful work environment for our Veterinary Care Assistants. Located in Dartford, our award-winning surgery provides flexible weekend shifts, competitive salaries, and ample opportunities for professional growth, including CPD and training to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse. Join our dedicated team and be part of a compassionate community that values your contributions and fosters your passion for animal care.
