Veterinary Care Assistant in Upton

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners. We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented Veterinary Care Assistant (with the potential to progress to a Student Veterinary Nurse role) to join our team at Wirral Vets on a full-time basis.

Practice Highlights

• Fantastic place to live and work, with beautiful beaches on our doorstep and vibrant Liverpool just a short drive or train ride away.
• Well-established and supportive team.
• Purpose-built practice with four consulting rooms, a fully equipped theatre, dedicated dog and cat wards, and digital X-ray facilities.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the clinical team to deliver high standards of patient and client care, while helping to ensure the practice environment runs smoothly and safely. Working under the direction of a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, you'll support inpatient care, assist with patient handling and restraint, help maintain clinical areas and equipment, and contribute to a positive and compassionate experience for both patients and clients.

Working Pattern

• Full-time role working 41.13 hours per week.
• Four days per week, 8:00am - 6:30pm.
• Participation in the Saturday rota.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary surgeons and nurses with clinical procedures, patient handling and restraint.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and asepsis throughout the practice, including wards, theatre, consultation rooms and prep areas.
• Ensure clinical areas are adequately stocked with supplies and consumables.
• Support inpatient care, including feeding, walking and cleaning patients.
• Assist with inpatient procedures such as bandage changes, blood sampling and catheter placement.
• Support the sterilisation and preparation of clinical equipment as directed.

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

• A caring, professional approach with a genuine interest in animal welfare.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively in a busy environment.
• A proactive attitude to learning, with openness to feedback and development.
• Experience working with animals in either a clinical or non-clinical setting would be advantageous.

How We’ll Support You

• Structured development opportunities, including access to VCA development programmes and apprenticeships.
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Student Veterinary Nurse roles and beyond.
• Supportive, collaborative teams focused on delivering high-quality patient and client care.
• A values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement.

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ annual leave plus your birthday off.
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities via the inspiring vet care Academy.
• Pension scheme.
• Discounted veterinary care.
• Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers.

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.