Neurology & Surgery Patient Care Assistant
Queen Mother Hospital
Location: Hawkshead (nr Potters Bar, Herts)
Salary: £26,692 to £27,291Per Annum Including London Weighting
Permanent / Full Time
ClosingDate: 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 15 September 2026
InterviewDate: Thursday 24 September 2026
Reference: CSS-0243-26
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of Patient Care Assistants working alongside our Neurology and Surgery ward nursing teams. The successful candidate will be integral to our dynamic and dedicated team of vets, nurses and students who have a passion for patient care.
The post would suit a friendly team player who is hardworking, caring, and enthusiastic. Previous experience in an animal care environment is essential. The role will involve maintaining infection control standards, patient handling, walking, grooming and feeding. In addition to this, you will have the opportunity to be assist in our hydrotherapy service.
This is a full-time position working a mixture of shift patterns, 35 hours per week with 1:4 weekends.
Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
We offer a generous reward and benefits package including:
- Competitive and attractive pension package
- Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days)
- Access to free in-house CPD
- Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, zumba, yoga and pilates classes included)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free mini-bus service to and from Potters Bar station and Hawkshead Campus
- Electric Car Lease
- A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave
For further information please contact Holly Smith, Head Neurology RVN: hsmith@rvc.ac.uk
We promote equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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Neurology & Surgery Patient Care Assistant in Potters Bar employer: Royal Veterinary College
At the Royal Veterinary College, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Located near Potters Bar, our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our competitive benefits package, which includes generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and onsite gym membership, ensuring our team members thrive both personally and professionally.
