Animal Nursing Assistant

IVC Evidensia Group; Norwich, Taverham, Costessey; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured development opportunities

Apprenticeships

Career progression

Job summary

Taverham Veterinary Practice in Norwich is seeking an enthusiastic Animal Nursing Assistant to join our patient‑focused team on a full‑time permanent basis. You’ll work under Veterinary Surgeons and Registered Veterinary Nurses to support inpatient care and client service.

You’ll feed and exercise animals, assist with handling and restraint, help maintain clinical areas and our cat hotel, and support reception duties. A proactive, team‑oriented attitude and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with animals is advantageous but not required.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy veterinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Caring for hospitalised patients under the direction of Veterinary Surgeons and Registered Veterinary Nurses.
• Feeding, exercising and providing basic care for animals.
• Assisting with patient handling and restraint.
• Cleaning and maintaining clinical areas.
• Assisting within our cat hotel.
• Supporting reception and administrative duties.

Skills

Animal care

Team player

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive learning

Reliability

Job description

Taverham Veterinary Practice, Taverham, Norwich, East of England

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 Nursing Assistant to join our team at Taverham Vets on a full-time permanent basis.

Our hospital-status practice is home to a brand-new CT scanner, dental suite, new and improved canine kennels, ISFM Gold standard cat kennels, dedicated isolation facilities and four operating theatres. Within the hospital, our team regularly performs ultrasonography, cardiology and orthopaedic surgeries.

Longwater Lane is a one-vet branch surgery offering personal and high-quality services, including surgical procedures and an in-house laboratory. The practice is also home to a luxury veterinary-led cattery and an excellent hydrotherapy and physiotherapy service.

Our practices are based in the peaceful towns of Taverham and Costessey, just 15 minutes from the historic city of Norwich and less than an hour from some of the best beaches the UK has to offer.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As an Animal Nursing 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 per week
• Bank Holiday cover

Key Responsibilities

• Caring for hospitalised patients under the direction of Veterinary Surgeons and Registered Veterinary Nurses
• Feeding, exercising and providing basic care for animals
• Assisting with patient handling and restraint
• Cleaning and maintaining clinical areas
• Assisting within our cat hotel
• Supporting reception and administrative duties

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop within a veterinary environment. You'll bring:

• 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

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• 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
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