Part-Time Saturday Vet Care Assistant — Care & Teamwork

IVC Evidensia; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave.

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Learning and development

Cycle to Work

Job summary

inspiring vet care at The Barn Vets in Ipswich is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant to support the clinical team on Saturdays in a part-time permanent role. The Barn Veterinary Practice is a long-established team that works closely together.

You will assist the Veterinary Surgeon, handle animals, aid with laboratory work, and help with reception tasks to ensure a smooth, client‑focused service. Opportunities for development and career progression are available.

Qualifications

• Reliable and motivated individual with ability to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients
• Willingness to develop within a veterinary environment
• Experience of working with animals in clinical or non-clinical settings is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinary Surgeon with Saturday morning consultations
• Handle animals, restrain as needed and support inpatient care
• Maintain clinical areas and equipment, assist with laboratory work
• Assist on reception, including customer care, taking payments and booking appointments

Job description

inspiring vet care at The Barn Vets in Ipswich is seeking a Veterinary Care Assistant to support the clinical team on Saturdays in a part-time permanent role. The Barn Veterinary Practice is a long-established team that works closely together.

You will assist the Veterinary Surgeon, handle animals, aid with laboratory work, and help with reception tasks to ensure a smooth, client‑focused service. Opportunities for development and career progression are available.