At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Vet Services Team and provide essential administrative support in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Be part of the University of Edinburgh, a world-class institution with a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in veterinary services while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in a busy office, IT skills, and a team player attitude.
The predicted salary is between 38475 - 47025 £ per year.
UE05: £29,588.00 - £33,951.00 Per Annum, Pro Rata.
CMVM / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies / Equine & Farm Animal Hospital
Part Time - 14 hours per week. Open Ended Contract – Permanent.
We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and attention to detail to join our Vet Services Team. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will be part of a friendly, supportive team whose emphasis is on delivering a high level of administrative support across our veterinary hospitals.
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies is situated on the Easter Bush Campus 6 miles south of Edinburgh on the edge of the Pentland Hills and houses outstanding teaching and clinical facilities as well as the Roslin Institute, one of the world’s leading veterinary research centres.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Previous experience in a busy office environment
- IT literate
- Be able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Flexibility and attention to detail
How to apply:
Please include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.
Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion:
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note:
The closing date for applications is 31 August 2026. Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm UK time. Interviews will be held after the closing date.
Vet Services Assistant in Edinburgh employer: University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises equality, diversity, and inclusion. With over 400 years of history, it provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive community of more than 17,000 staff and 50,000 students. As a leading research-intensive university, it empowers its employees to drive organisational transformation and innovate in a dynamic environment, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
