Full-Time Veterinary Care Assistant - Growth & Training

IVC Evidensia UK; Newcastle-under-Lyme; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

White Cross Vets, Wolstanton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. The role supports the clinical team in delivering high standards of patient and client care and helps ensure the practice runs smoothly and safely.

Working under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will assist with inpatient care, patient handling, and peri-operative support while contributing to a caring, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Caring, professional approach with genuine interest in animal welfare.
• Good communication and collaborative working with colleagues and clients.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage tasks in a busy environment.
• Proactive attitude to learning and openness to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Support inpatient care under supervision of a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Assist with patient handling and restraint.
• Help maintain clinical areas and equipment.
• Contribute to a positive, compassionate experience for patients and clients.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Proactive learning

Job description

White Cross Vets, Wolstanton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. The role supports the clinical team in delivering high standards of patient and client care and helps ensure the practice runs smoothly and safely.

Working under a Veterinary Surgeon or Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will assist with inpatient care, patient handling, and peri-operative support while contributing to a caring, team-oriented environment.