Night Animal Care Assistant — 4 on 4 off, 35h/wk

Animal Trust (UK); Barnsley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Trust (UK) in Barnsley is seeking a Twilight Animal Nursing Assistant to support the emergency out-of-hours service. You will assist the veterinary team with caring for inpatients, feeding, walking, and helping with laboratory tasks and theatre prep.

Reception duties and maintaining clinic hygiene are also required. This role offers diverse responsibilities across our hospital, with the chance to make a meaningful impact on pets during each shift.

Qualifications

• Calm, compassionate approach to animal care.
• Strong communication with clients and colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a clinical setting.
• High attention to hygiene and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day care of hospitalised patients, including feeding and cleaning.
• Restrain animals safely during examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Prepare theatre spaces and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and asepsis in clinical areas and prep spaces.
• Greet clients and assist with admissions/discharges; answer calls as needed.
• Record patient information and communicate updates to the team.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Attention to hygiene

Job description

Animal Trust (UK) in Barnsley is seeking a Twilight Animal Nursing Assistant to support the emergency out-of-hours service. You will assist the veterinary team with caring for inpatients, feeding, walking, and helping with laboratory tasks and theatre prep.

Reception duties and maintaining clinic hygiene are also required. This role offers diverse responsibilities across our hospital, with the chance to make a meaningful impact on pets during each shift.