Animal Nursing Assistant

British Veterinary Association; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a well-equipped clinic passionate about gold-standard veterinary care. As an Animal Nursing Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the health and wellbeing of pets while enjoying a supportive work environment. This full-time position offers a balanced schedule with no Sundays or bank holidays, allowing you to thrive both professionally and personally. With generous annual leave, enhanced family-friendly policies, and opportunities for professional development, you will not only contribute to the lives of animals but also enjoy a rewarding career. Be part of a close-knit community that values collaboration and ongoing growth.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Learning and development opportunities

Pawsome Benefits

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience with animals is essential; confident handling of various species.
• Ability to assist with veterinary procedures and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist vets and nurses in caring for patients, including restraining for procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the clinic and assist with reception duties.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant veterinary qualification

Job description

Join us and become part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love them. Beaumont Vets are looking for a dedicated Animal Nursing Assistant to join their team.

The role includes:

1. Assisting the vets and nurse in caring for our patients including but not limited to:
2. Restraining for blood sampling and IV placement
3. Restraining for procedures
4. Performing temperatures, heart rates, and respiration rates
5. Walking and providing TLC to in-patients
6. Feeding in-patients
7. Cleaning and bathing patients as required
8. Maintaining high levels of cleanliness throughout the clinic
9. Assisting with reception duties and administration
10. Experience with animals is essential; the successful candidate will be confident handling a variety of species.

More about us

Since first opening in the late 1970s, we've been a valued part of the local community and take great pride in the lasting relationships we've built with our clients and their pets.

We are passionate about providing gold-standard veterinary care, and our team is made up of dedicated professionals who genuinely love what they do. With a well-equipped clinic - including digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house lab facilities, and separate cat and dog wards - we strive to offer both excellence in medicine and a supportive, caring environment for our patients and clients alike.

As a close-knit team, we value collaboration, ongoing professional development, and a healthy work-life balance. Whether through clinical excellence or warm, empathetic communication, we aim to make every visit as stress-free and positive as possible for both pets and their owners.

About the rota and salary:

The position is a full-time Monday-Friday role working 8 hours per day plus a share in the Saturday mornings rota from 8:30 am - 1 pm (no Sundays or bank holidays!).

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Pension scheme
• Discounted staff pet care