At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the clinical team in delivering top-notch animal care and maintain a smooth practice environment.
- Company: Join the UK's number one vet care provider, dedicated to healthier animals and happier owners.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6.6 weeks annual leave, enhanced family policies, and employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Access structured development opportunities and clear career pathways into veterinary roles.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal welfare while growing your career in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: A caring attitude, good communication skills, and some experience with animals are preferred.
The predicted salary is between 24784 - 24784 £ per year.
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-orientated Animal Care Assistant to join our team at Albert Cottage Vets on a full-time fixed-term basis (12 months). We have a dedicated team of veterinary surgeons, with interests ranging from soft tissue surgery and exotics through to diagnostic imaging so there is always someone there to discuss a difficult case with! Our motivated nurses have interests in nutrition, emergency and critical care, dentistry and feline behaviour and enjoy running their daily nurse clinics.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As an Animal 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
37.5 hours over 5 days, 7.5 hours daily, with some Saturday mornings in addition with time in lieu.
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 of 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.
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