Night Veterinary Care Assistant

British Veterinary Association; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary hospital is seeking a dedicated Night Veterinary Care Assistant to assist veterinary nurses, provide care in kennels, and maintain cleanliness. The ideal candidate is passionate about animals and possesses strong communication skills. Benefits include 6.6 weeks annual leave and enhanced family-friendly policies. Shift pattern includes alternate Monday and Tuesday nights from 8 pm to 8 am.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Additional annual leave for birthday

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proactive team player with a passion for animals.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary nurses and provide care in the kennels.
• Clean cages, launder bedding, and feed and walk the dogs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work within a team

Proficient in IT and call handling

Experience with animals

Full, clean driving license

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Night Veterinary Care Assistant to join our team at Bradley Stoke Hospital. In this role, you will assist veterinary nurses, provide care in the kennels, clean cages, launder bedding, and feed and walk the dogs.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with a passion for animals and a strong commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment. You should be able to work independently and take initiative, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and animal care.

Key Skills Required

• Strong communication skills and ability to work well within a team
• Proficient in IT and call handling
• Experience with or a genuine interest in working with animals is highly advantageous
• A full, clean driving license is essential, as you may be required to drive our ambulance to other clinics.

More about us

At our hospital, we offer a supportive, friendly environment with excellent benefits. By joining our team, you will become part of a group committed to delivering exceptional client and animal care. Our small, passionate team works tirelessly to provide top-tier referral services, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients and their owners.

Shift Pattern/Working hours

You will work Monday and Tuesday night working 8 pm - 8 am on alternate weeks.

Benefits

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