Animal Nursing Assistant — Grow with a Leading Vet Team

IVC; West Devon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks’ annual leave

Pension scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work

Job summary

inspiring vet care is seeking an Animal Nursing Assistant for Plymouth Vets on a full-time permanent basis. You will support the clinical team, assist with inpatient care, animal handling, and reception duties, while helping maintain a safe, well-run practice.

Working under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, you’ll contribute to a compassionate experience for patients and clients, with opportunities for development through our academy and progression into Nurse roles.

Qualifications

• Caretaking and handling of animals in a clinical/non-clinical setting
• Clear communication with clients and colleagues
• Willingness to learn and develop in a veterinary team

Responsibilities

• First point of contact at reception for the surgery, handling calls and booking appointments
• Assist Vet/Nurse with animal handling, infection control and stock management
• Support inpatient care and ensure the practice environment runs smoothly and safely
• Cover branch H&S monitoring routines on a weekly/monthly schedule

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Proactive learning

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

inspiring vet care is seeking an Animal Nursing Assistant for Plymouth Vets on a full-time permanent basis. You will support the clinical team, assist with inpatient care, animal handling, and reception duties, while helping maintain a safe, well-run practice.

Working under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, you’ll contribute to a compassionate experience for patients and clients, with opportunities for development through our academy and progression into Nurse roles.