Night Veterinary Patient Care Assistant

CVS Group UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary aligned with National Minimum W

Staff discount on veterinary bills

Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to wellbeing

Job summary

CVS Vets in Derbyshire is seeking a Night Veterinary Patient Care Assistant to join our caring team, supporting RVNs and Vets to deliver excellent animal care during night shifts.

You will handle nursing tasks, assist with restraints, feed and clean animals, and help with laboratory and reception duties when needed. This is a permanent, full-time role with a 21:00–05:30 shift pattern and 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning and handling.

Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care to patients
• Assisting Vets and Nurses with animal restraint
• Walking, feeding, and cleaning patients
• Preparing emergency and operating facilities
• Performing general cleaning and maintenance
• Running internal lab samples
• Providing support with answering telephone calls and reception duties

Skills

Animal welfare experience

Fast-paced environment

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

Customer service

Public interaction

Job description

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Night Veterinary Patient Care Assistant

Are you ready to put pets first? Join our team as our new

At Dovecote Veterinary Referrals, we make pets a priority every day!

Role Details

Location: 5 Delven Lane, Castle Donington, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, DE74 2LJ

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week, working one-week on and one-week off

Shift Pattern: Monday – Sunday on a 21.00 – 05.30 shift

Discover Our Hospital

Get a glimpse of what makes us special:

About CVS Vets

Joining a CVS Vets-owned practice is more than just starting a job—it's the beginning of a rewarding career with one of the UK's leading veterinary groups.

Our mission is simple yet meaningful: to provide the best possible care for animals, and this dedication guides everything we do.

With a network of over 500 practices and more than 8,000 devoted professionals, you'll become part of a supportive community focused on one goal: putting pets first.

It's in our nature – to care, to support,to learnand to progress. That's what sets us apart at CVS Vets.

About The Role

The Patient Care Assistant position is crucial in any veterinary practice. You'll support our skilled RVN's and Vets in providing exceptional care to our patients.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing nursing care to our patients
• Assisting Vets and Nurses with animal restraint
• Walking, feeding, and cleaning patients
• Preparing emergency and operating facilities
• Performing general cleaning and maintenance
• Running internal lab samples
• Providing support with answering telephone calls and reception duties (as there is no Receptionist on duty)

Who We're Looking For

• Experienced in animal welfare, including feeding, cleaning, and handling – this is essential! Preferably in a veterinary environment
• Being able to work in a fast-paced and very busy environment, whilst remaining calm and focused
• Resilience and the ability to handle emotional situations with kindness and professionalism
• Strong communication skills paired with genuine empathy
• Skilled in customer service and public interaction
• Resilient and capable of handling emotional situations

Our Offer To You

We understand that benefits matter. Here are just a few of the perks you'll enjoy:

• Salary aligned with the National Minimum Wage
• Staff discount scheme on Veterinary bills and care
• Staff discount on Animed Direct, our online dispensary, where you can benefit from discounts on pet medicines, products and food
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support
• And lots more, as part of our commitment to help you feel recognised, supported and appreciated!

For a full list of what we offer,

CVS Vets is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their true selves, celebrating diversity and empowering each team member to perform at their best.

We're committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

Ready to join us?

Please note: We can only accept and progress applications from candidates with the Right to Work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for clinical support roles due to Home Office criteria.